Grilled Tandoori Chicken

Bring the bold, smoky flavors of Indian cuisine to your table with this Grilled Tandoori Chicken recipe! Featuring a vibrant marinade made with creamy yogurt, aromatic spices like garam masala and cumin, and a hint of heat from Kashmiri chili powder, this dish transforms simple bone-in chicken into a flavorful feast. A few hours of marinating allow the flavors to soak into every bite, while grilling over high heat creates a tantalizing smoky char. Perfectly tender and juicy, this protein-packed dish is ideal for barbecues, family dinners, or a quick escape to the flavors of India. Serve it with naan, fragrant basmati rice, or a fresh salad, and finish with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro and chaat masala for an extra burst of flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken (bone-in pieces, thighs or drumsticks)
• 1 cup Plain yogurt (full-fat)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (optional for extra color)
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder (for color and mild heat)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the chicken pieces and make two deep cuts into each piece to help the marinade penetrate.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, paprika, garam masala, Kashmiri red chili powder, salt, and vegetable oil.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Use your hands or a spoon to coat the chicken thoroughly, making sure the marinade gets into the cuts.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor.

Step 5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken has a smoky char.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of chaat masala, if desired, before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with naan, rice, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	747.8 grams (747.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1465

Total Fat 90.00g	115%
Saturated Fat 24.20g	121%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 402mg	134%
Sodium 3802mg	165%
Total Carbohydrate 38.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 12.40g
Protein 121.50g	243%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 439mg	34%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 1804mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.8%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 10.7%