Grilled Tandoori Chicken Pieces Recipe

Name: Grilled Tandoori Chicken Pieces
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (4 lb) whole chickens, quartered; 3 lemons, juice of; 6 ounces plain yogurt; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 4 garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; salt and pepper; cayenne, to taste (optional); Garnish; cilantro, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (4 lb) whole chickens, quartered
3 lemons, juice of
6 ounces plain yogurt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons turmeric
1 tablespoon fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
salt and pepper
cayenne, to taste (optional)
Garnish
cilantro, chopped (optional)

1
Combine lemon juice, yogurt, oil, garlic and spices in blender and blend until smooth.
2
Pour into a ziploc bag and add chicken. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 12 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
3
Oil or spray the grill grates. Preheat grill with a hot charcoal fire on one side of the grill or GAS grill to 375 F- lighting one side only of the grill.
4
Grill chicken on the HOT side of the grill for 3 minutes per side until all sides are grilled.
5
Move chicken to the no heat side and cook for 40 minutes or until a meat thermometer reaches 170F and juices run clear.
6
Wonderful served with an aromatic rice.

530

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Protein

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (4 lb) whole chickens, quartered, 3 lemons, juice of, 6 ounces plain yogurt, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tandoori Chicken Pieces falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Grilled Tandoori Chicken Pieces

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