Tandoori Chicken

Published: Thursday, December 29, 2022

A classic Indian dish, tandoori chicken is marinated in a delicious blend of spices and cooked in a tandoor oven.

A plate of tandoori chicken with a side of rice and naan bread

Tandoori chicken is a classic Indian dish that originated in the Punjab region of India. It is made by marinating chicken in a mixture of yogurt and spices, then cooking it in a tandoor oven. The marinade typically includes garam masala, cumin, coriander, ginger, garlic, chili powder, and turmeric. The result is a tender and flavorful dish that is often served with rice and naan bread. It is a popular dish in Indian restaurants and can be found in many countries around the world.

Recipe

Serves

3

Prep Time

20 Mins

Cook Time

1 Hour

Difficulty

5 / 5

Ingredients

  • 1 kg (2.2 lb) of chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
  • 1 cup (240 mL) of plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of turmeric
  • Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, garam masala, chili powder, ginger, garlic, and turmeric.
  • Add the chicken to the bowl and mix until the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 200?C (400?F).
  • Line a baking sheet with foil and place the chicken on the sheet.
  • Bake the chicken for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve the tandoori chicken with rice and naan bread.

Tags

Indian
Chicken
Tandoori

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