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Tandoori Chicken

Irresistible Tandoori Chicken: Juicy, Spicy, Homemade Goodness

This Tandoori Chicken recipe is a high-protein, low-calorie delight that transports you to vibrant street markets in India.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 kg Chicken (bone-in pieces)
  • 1 cup Yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Oil (Vegetable or Mustard)
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Ginger (grated)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
Spices
  • 1 tbsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Turmeric
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Coriander
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Wire Rack
  • Baking Tray
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, oil, lemon juice, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Add garam masala, paprika, turmeric, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir well.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Make several deep slashes in the chicken pieces and coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, ideally 24 hours.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Place a greased wire rack on a baking tray.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Arrange marinated chicken on the wire rack and bake for 30 minutes. Flip and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes until golden and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
  5. Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges, naan, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken for 24 hours and monitor cooking time during the last phase to avoid overcooking.

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