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Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken: Smoky, Juicy, and Oh-So-Flavorful

Discover the vibrant allure of Tandoori Chicken, a flavor-packed dish that’s a healthy choice and a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marination Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Yogurt substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Oil (olive or coconut)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice can be used as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh, grated
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, or substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala can use coriander and cumin as a base
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika can substitute with cayenne for added heat
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin swap with ground coriander if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander can use dried coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use kosher for better seasoning control

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • wire rack
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, oil, lemon juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, and all the spices. Stir until smooth and fragrant.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Make slashes in the chicken pieces and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with foil and greased wire rack.
  4. Bake Chicken: Arrange the marinated chicken on the rack and bake for 30 minutes. Flip and continue baking for another 10 to 15 minutes.
  5. Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is well-marinated for at least 12 hours for deep flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness. Reheat leftovers in the oven for best results.

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