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Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish originating from Indian cuisine, featuring chicken marinated in spices and yogurt for tender, juicy meat.

  • Total Time: 275 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Whole chicken legs (or thighs) – 2.2 pounds
  • Thick plain yogurt – 1¼ cup
  • Kashmiri chili powder – 2-3 teaspoons
  • Ginger garlic paste – 1 tablespoon
  • Mustard oil (or vegetable oil) – ½ cup
  • Salt – To taste
  • Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, Kashmiri chili powder, and mustard oil. Mix until smooth.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken legs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat Your Cooking Method: Choose your method of cooking and preheat: grill to medium-high, oven to 400°F, Instant Pot on sauté mode, or air fryer to 375°F.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Cook the marinated chicken using your chosen method until fully cooked: grilling for approximately 30 minutes, baking for about 35 minutes, using the Instant Pot for 10 minutes on high pressure, or air frying for around 25 minutes.
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving it hot with naan or rice.

Notes

For enhanced flavors, marinate the chicken overnight. Consider adding a touch of honey to the marinade for a subtle sweetness while pairing it with a cooling yogurt sauce.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 240 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling/Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Tandoori Chicken, Indian Recipe, Grilled Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Yogurt Marinade