Chicken Tikka Recipe

Name: Chicken Tikka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt; Kosher salt; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; Cilantro and Yogurt Sauce, for serving

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
Kosher salt
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cilantro and Yogurt Sauce, for serving

1
In a spice grinder, pulse the mustard seeds with the five-spice powder, pepper, turmeric, cayenne and bay leaf until fine.
2
Transfer the spice powder to a medium bowl.
3
Add the ginger, garlic and yogurt and season with salt.
4
Add the chicken and turn to coat.
5
Refrigerate for 2 hours.
6
Light a grill.
7
Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush the pieces with the melted butter.
8
Season with salt.
9
Oil the grate and grill the chicken over high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
10
Serve with the Cilantro and Yogurt Sauce.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 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.

Chicken Tikka

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