Description
Tandoori chicken is a wonderfully aromatic and flavorful dish that combines tender marinated chicken with a smoky char from grilling. This easy-to-make recipe features a yogurt-based marinade infused with spices, resulting in a dish that’s perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Enjoy the burst of flavors as you serve this vibrant chicken alongside naan or rice, making every meal a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 2 tbsp tandoori masala
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 tsp salt
- Fresh cilantro or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, garlic-ginger paste, and salt until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat chicken thighs in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to overnight).
- Preheat Grill/Oven: Heat grill to medium-high (400°F) or oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cook the Chicken: Grill each side for 5-7 minutes or until charred and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- Let It Rest: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with Style: Garnish with cilantro or mint and enjoy with naan or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg