Tandoori-Style Chicken Recipe

Name: Tandoori-Style Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 1/2 tablespoons turmeric; 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 1/2 tablespoons garam masala; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 8 large chicken thighs with bones, skin removed; 8 large chicken breast halves with bones, skin removed; 4 cups plain whole-milk yogurt; 2 large onions, coarsely grated

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 1/2 tablespoons turmeric
2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 1/2 tablespoons garam masala
2 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
8 large chicken thighs with bones, skin removed
8 large chicken breast halves with bones, skin removed
4 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
2 large onions, coarsely grated

1
Mix first 7 ingredients in small bowl to blend.
2
Using sharp knife, cut three 3/4-inch-deep diagonal slashes in each chicken piece.
3
Divide chicken between 2 large bowls and rub with spice mixture.
4
Let stand 10 minutes.
5
Divide yogurt and onions between same bowls.
6
Toss chicken to coat.
7
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8
Preheat oven to 500F.
9
Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil; place cooling racks on prepared baking sheets.
10
Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken thighs to 1 sheet and chicken breasts to second sheet, spacing pieces slightly apart (make sure that chicken pieces do not touch and are covered in yogurt mixture).
11
Bake until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes for breasts and about 40 minutes for thighs.
12
(Chicken can be made 1 day ahead.
13
Refrigerate until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.)
14
Place chicken on large platter.
15
Serve cold or at room temperature.

937

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika, 2 1/2 tablespoons turmeric, 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin, 2 1/2 tablespoons garam masala, and more.

Yes, Tandoori-Style 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.

Tandoori-Style Chicken

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