Tandoori Chicken: Juicy Recipes for Flavorful Home Cooking
Tandoori chicken is a classic Indian dish that boasts a rich blend of spices and a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix yogurt, oil, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and spices until combined.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Grill for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of mint chutney.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Tandoori Chicken, Indian Recipes, Grilled Chicken