Tandoori Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Tandoori Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 whole 4 Ounce Chicken Drumsticks, Skin Removed; 1 cup Nonfat Plain Yogurt; 1 Tablespoon Fresh Grated Ginger; 1 Tablespoon Red Onion, Finely Grated; 2 cloves Garlic. Pressed And Finely Minced; 3 Tablespoons Lemon Juice; 2 teaspoons Dry Mustard; 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Fresh Ground Black Pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt with the ginger, onion, garlic, lemon juice, dry mustard, garam masala, salt, and pepper.
2
Use a small, sharp knife and make shallow 1-inch slashes in the chicken.
3
Add the chicken to the marinade and turn to coat.
4
Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
5
Preheat grill.
6
Remove the chicken from the marinade, leaving a thin layer of marinade on the legs.
7
Grill the chicken over medium heat, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through, 20-30 minutes.
8
Nutrition Information per 2 drumsticks: 247 calories, 8 g fat, 43 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 whole 4 Ounce Chicken Drumsticks, Skin Removed, 1 cup Nonfat Plain Yogurt, 1 Tablespoon Fresh Grated Ginger, 1 Tablespoon Red Onion, Finely Grated, and more.

Yes, Tandoori Grilled 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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Tandoori Grilled Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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