Description
Tandoori Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine to your table. With tender, juicy chicken marinated in a luscious yogurt-spice blend, this recipe creates an irresistible meal that’s perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. The magic happens when the chicken is cooked to perfection, achieving a beautifully charred exterior while remaining moist inside. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it is also keto-friendly and makes for excellent meal prep. Serve it alongside naan, rice, or fresh salad for a satisfying dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 container (7 ounces) plain Greek yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cayenne
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by rubbing it with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl and coat the chicken thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven broiler or set to 450°F if broiler is unavailable. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Place the marinated chicken on the baking sheet and cook for about 15-20 minutes until dry on top. Flip and cook for another 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg