Almost Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Name: Almost Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 lime; 1 tablespoon ground turmeric, a palmful; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin, 1/2 palmful; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/3 palmful; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; Salt and pepper; 1 green apple, peeled and thinly sliced into matchsticks; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and very thinly sliced lengthwise; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil; 4 pieces store-bought naan bread, plain or flavored, warmed

Servings: persons

1 cup Greek yogurt
1 lime
1 tablespoon ground turmeric, a palmful
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin, 1/2 palmful
1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/3 palmful
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Salt and pepper
1 green apple, peeled and thinly sliced into matchsticks
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and very thinly sliced lengthwise
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
4 pieces store-bought naan bread, plain or flavored, warmed

1
Preheat the oven to 500F.
2
Combine the yogurt with the zest of the lime and the spices.
3
Cut the chicken into large chunks.
4
Season the chicken liberally with salt and pepper, then add to the yogurt and coat evenly.
5
Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet or use a slotted broiler pan for cooking.
6
Arrange the chicken on the rack or slotted pan and roast for 15 minutes, or until its charred at the edges and the juices run clear.
7
Combine the apple, tomatoes, and scallions, and dress with the juice of the lime, the oil, and salt and pepper.
8
Serve the chicken with the apple-tomato topping and warm bread.

585

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 lime, 1 tablespoon ground turmeric, a palmful, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Almost Tandoori Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Almost Tandoori Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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