Grilled Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Name: Grilled Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 to 4 1/2 pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces, skin removed; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup chopped white onion; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons chopped ginger; 1 teaspoon finely chopped serrano or jalapeno pepper, stem and seeds removed; 1 tablespoon paprika; 11/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 (4 to 4 1/2 pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces, skin removed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped white onion
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 tablespoons chopped ginger
1 teaspoon finely chopped serrano or jalapeno pepper, stem and seeds removed
1 tablespoon paprika
11/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1
With a fork, prick holes in the chicken pieces.
2
Using a knife, cut diagonal slices 1-inch apart, and 1/2-inch deep into the larger pieces.
3
Place the chicken in a baking dish.
4
In a blender, combine the oil, onion, garlic, ginger, pepper, and process on high speed to a paste.
5
Add the paprika, salt, cumin, turmeric, coriander, garam masala, and cayenne, and process until well blended.
6
Add the yogurt and lemon juice, and process to a smooth sauce, scraping down the sides to combine all the ingredients.
7
Pour the marinade over the chicken.
8
Turn to coat evenly, rubbing the marinade into the holes and slits.
9
Cover tightly with plastic wrap, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, and up to 24 hours, turning occasionally.
10
Preheat a grill.
11
Remove the chicken from the marinade.
12
Place on the grill and cook for 8 to 10 minutes on the first side.
13
Turn, baste as needed, and cook on the second side for 8 to 10 minutes.
14
Turn and continue cooking, as necessary until the chicken is cooked through, but still tender, about 25 to 30 minutes.
15
(Alternately, bake in a preheated 425 degrees F oven on a baking sheet for 35 minutes.)

175

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 to 4 1/2 pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces, skin removed, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup chopped white onion, 2 tablespoons chopped garlic, and more.

Yes, Grilled 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.

Grilled Tandoori Chicken

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