Description
Tandoori Chicken is a mouthwatering Indian classic that brings the flavors of a traditional tandoor right to your kitchen. This easy-to-follow recipe features juicy chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of yogurt and spices, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, Tandoori Chicken offers a delightful balance of smoky char and aromatic spices. Plus, it’s keto-friendly and low in carbs, making it an ideal dinner option for health-conscious eaters. Serve it alongside fluffy basmati rice, fresh naan, or a crisp salad to elevate your meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 3/4 teaspoon table salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 7 ounces 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: In a large bowl, rub salt, pepper, and lime juice over chicken thighs. Mix remaining marinade ingredients thoroughly and coat each thigh with the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to overnight.
- Prepare for Cooking: Preheat your oven's broiler on high. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and arrange marinated chicken thighs without overlapping.
- Cook the Chicken: Broil chicken for about 15-20 minutes until mostly dry with some charred edges. Flip and continue broiling for another 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg