Grilled Tandoori Chicken
Experience a vibrant and aromatic journey with Grilled Tandoori Chicken, marinated in yogurt and spices, and grilled to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs or breasts (skinless)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Make the marinade: Combine yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and spices in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken: Coat chicken pieces in the marinade and massage for flavor absorption.
- Chill the chicken: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill: Heat to medium-high (375°F to 450°F / 190°C to 230°C).
- Grill the chicken: Cook for 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste (optional): Brush chicken with more oil or leftover marinade during the last minutes.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, try basting the chicken while grilling. Leftover chicken is great for salads or wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: tandoori chicken, grilled chicken, Indian cuisine, marinade, yogurt, spices