Light Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Name: Light Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken quarters; ¾ cup plain nonfat yogurt; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon ginger (pulp); 1 teaspoon garlic (pulp); 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder; ¼ teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; red food coloring; 2 tablespoons corn oil

Servings: persons

4 chicken quarters
¾ cup plain nonfat yogurt
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ginger (pulp)
1 teaspoon garlic (pulp)
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
¼ teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
red food coloring
2 tablespoons corn oil

1
Rinse, skin, and pat dry the chicken.
2
Make 2 slits in the flesh of each piece and set aside.
3
Mix together the yogurt, garam marsala, ginger, garlic, chilli powder, turmeric, coriander, lemon juice, salt, a few drops of red food coloring, and oil; beat so that all ingredients are well mixed.
4
Cover the chicken with the mixture and allow to marinate for 3 hours.
5
Preheat the oven to 475 F and transfer the chicken to an ovenproof dish.
6
Bake the chicken for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked right through and browned on the top.
7
Remove from the oven, place on a serving dish, and garnish with salad leaves, lime wedges, and a quartered tomato.

203

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken quarters, ¾ cup plain nonfat yogurt, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 teaspoon ginger (pulp), and more.

Yes, Light 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.

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Light Tandoori Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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