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Tandoori Chicken

Classic Indian tandoori chicken marinated in yogurt and warm spices, then grilled until charred and juicy. A flavorful main course perfect with rice or naan.

Difficulty Medium
Time 18 min
Servings 6
Ingredients 14
Steps 7
Tandoori Chicken
Indian Updated 11/9/2010

Ingredients

Measured from the catalog payload.

  • 2 lbs chicken skin removed and cut into serving pieces
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon clove ground
  • 1 piece lemon
  • 1 tablespoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

7 cooking steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients except for the chicken and olive oil. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Put the chicken in the bowl and coat with the mixture.
  3. Marinate for 8 to 10 hours.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush with olive oil.
  5. Grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred, about 15 to 18 minutes.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sliced onions, carrots, and cucumber.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy.

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