Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Name: Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. cumin; 1 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. powdered anise; 2 (2 lb.) roasting chickens; lime wedges; 1 onion, sliced and steamed; 3 c. plain yogurt; 6 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh ginger, grated; 3/4 c. lime juice; 2 Tbsp. ground coriander

Servings: persons

1
Mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, lime juice and spices.
2
Rub chickens inside and out with mixture.
3
Place in a bowl and pour rest of marinade over.
4
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.
5
Turn chickens if not completely covered at least once.
6
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
7
Remove chickens from marinade. Place in pan and roast until done, about 1 hour.
8
Baste with marinade.
9
Disjoint and serve with wedge of lime and onion. Serves 8.
10
Half chicken contains 207 calories, quarter chicken contains 105 calories.

238

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. cumin, 1 tsp. cayenne pepper, 1 tsp. powdered anise, 2 (2 lb.) roasting chickens, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tandoori Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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