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Grilled Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Grilled Tandoori Chicken Recipe

This Grilled Tandoori Chicken Recipe features marinated chicken in tangy yogurt and spices for a flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt I used 0% fat
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 to 5 cloves garlic finely minced or pressed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon paprika I used smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional and to taste
  • 1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts I used breast tenders which cook very quickly to save time

Dipping Sauce

  • ⅔ cup Greek yogurt I used 0% fat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely minced for garnishing (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Add all ingredients to a gallon-sized ziptop bag, seal, and squish the chicken around to coat it well and evenly.
  • Marinate for at least 30 minutes (if you can plan ahead and marinate overnight, even better).
  • Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • Remove chicken from the bag using tongs and place it on the grill; discard the bag and extra marinade.
  • Grill chicken on each side for about 4 to 5 minutes or until done.
  • After chicken is done, set aside to rest for 5 to 10 minutes. While it rests, make the dipping sauce.
  • To a small bowl, add all ingredients except cilantro, and whisk to combine. Taste, check for seasoning balance and desired consistency, and if necessary add more salt, pepper, oil, honey, etc. to taste.
  • Optionally garnish the chicken with cilantro before serving it with the dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if possible, for best flavor. Use breast tenders to reduce grilling time. Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spice level. Check dipping sauce seasoning and adjust as needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 440mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
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