Chicken Tikka Recipe

Name: Chicken Tikka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pound chicken breasts boned & skinned; 1 x salt to taste; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ground; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 each garlic cloves crushed; 1 x ginger fresh, grated; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ⅔ cups yogurt, plain plain; 1 x limes to garnish, slices

Servings: persons

1
Rinse chicken, pat dry with paper towels and cut into 3/4 inch cubes.
2
Thread onto short skewers.
3
Put skewered chicken into a shallow non-metal dish.
4
In a small bowl, mix together yogurt, gingerroot, garlic, chile powder, coriander, salt, lime juice and oil.
5
Pour over skewered chicken and turn to coat completely in marinade.
6
Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight to allow chicken to absorb flavors.
7
Heat grill.
8
Place skewered chicken on grill rack and cook 5 to 7 minutes, turning skewers and basting occasionally with any remaining marinade.
9
Serve hot, garnished with lime slices.

475

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pound chicken breasts boned & skinned, 1 x salt to taste, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ground, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tikka 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Tikka

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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