Description
Tandoori Chicken is a beloved Indian dish that brings the vibrant flavors of traditional cuisine right to your kitchen. This recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a rich, spiced yogurt mixture that infuses each bite with incredible flavor and aroma. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, Tandoori Chicken is not only delicious but also healthy, being low-carb and keto-friendly. The dish can be served with rice, naan, or salads, making it versatile enough for any meal. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create an impressive dish that will delight your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lime (juice)
- 3/4 teaspoon table salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (7-ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Rub the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and lime juice. In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne. Add chicken to the marinade, coating well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Prepare to Cook: Preheat your oven's broiler on high (or bake at 450°F). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Cook the Chicken: Arrange marinated chicken on the baking sheet without overcrowding. Broil for about 15-20 minutes until slightly dry on top with charred edges; flip and cook another 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg