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Tandoori Chicken

A delicious and flavorful Tandoori Chicken recipe that brings back comforting childhood memories with its rich spices and tender meat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade

  • 4 pieces Chicken leg quarters (with skin removed) Skinless for healthier high protein meals
  • 1 cup thick curd/yogurt (hung curd preferred) Base of marinade, works wonders in tenderizing chicken
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste Essential for fragrant flavor
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Brightens flavors and aids tenderizing
  • 2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder Adds color and mild heat
  • 1 tsp red chili powder For extra excitement
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder Adds earthiness and vibrant hue
  • 1.5 tsp garam masala Brings warmth to the dish
  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder Essential for smoky, nutty flavor
  • 1 tsp coriander powder Adds herbal fragrance
  • 2 tbsp mustard oil (or regular oil) Adds richness to the marinade
  • to taste none salt Essential for flavor, but use sparingly
  • a pinch none orange-red food color (optional) For an appealing color

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Score the chicken by making deep slits on each piece to help the marinade penetrate.
  • For the first marination, rub chicken with lemon juice, salt, and half of the ginger-garlic paste and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • For the second marination, mix thick curd, remaining ginger-garlic paste, all spices, mustard oil, and optional food color. Coat chicken thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Cooking

  • Cooking Option 1: Preheat grill or tandoor to high heat, grill chicken until charred and cooked through (about 15-20 minutes).
  • Cooking Option 2: Preheat oven to 220°C (428°F), place marinated chicken on a wire rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Cooking Option 3: Heat oil or butter on medium-high in a pan, cook chicken until charred and cooked through, flipping as necessary.

Notes

Serve hot with mint chutney, lemon wedges, and sliced onions. Perfect for meal prep or as leftovers in wraps or salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Tandoori Chicken
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