Grilled Indian Chicken Recipe

Name: Grilled Indian Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon cardamom; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger; 4 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 4 scallions, greens included, minced; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; fresh ground pepper; lemons or lime wedge (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cardamom
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely grated ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
4 scallions, greens included, minced
¼ teaspoon sea salt
fresh ground pepper
lemons or lime wedge (to garnish)

1
Cut the skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
2
Place in a medium bowl.
3
In another bowl, combine the yogurt, turmeric, paprika, cardamom, lemon and lime juices, olive oil, ginger, garlic, cumin, scallions, salt and pepper.
4
Pour the marinade over the cubed chicken and mix well with your hands to coat the pieces evenly.
5
Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
6
Thread the chicken onto skewers and cook over a medium-hot fire for 5 to 7 minutes, turning frequently.
7
Baste the chicken with left-over marinade after turning.
8
Serve with the lemon or lime wedges.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Grilled Indian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Indian Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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