Recipe: Easy Chicken Tandoori
Description: Discover the joy of creating your own Chicken Tandoori, surpassing any store-bought paste with its vibrant flavors! This recipe also offers the versatility of being baked on the barbecue, although caution is advised with the heat. The marinade is adaptable for seafood like fish, large prawns, or lobster—simply omit the chili powder and reduce the garlic amount by half for a delightful variation.
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 25 hours
Total Time: 25 hours and 40 minutes
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Asian, Indian, Weeknight, Oven, Easy
Calories: 657.9 per serving
Fat Content: 40.3 grams
Saturated Fat Content: 10.9 grams
Cholesterol Content: 161.1 milligrams
Sodium Content: 1346.5 milligrams
Carbohydrate Content: 29.7 grams
Fiber Content: 2.5 grams
Sugar Content: 3.3 grams
Protein Content: 45.3 grams
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken pieces | 3 pieces |
| Lemon juice | 3 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground ginger | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Chili powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Ground coriander | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Ground cumin | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Paprika | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Yogurt | 1 1/2 cups |
| Garlic | 6 cloves |
| Lettuce | 5 leaves |
| Red onion ring | 2 rings |
| Cucumber | 1 |
| Lemon wedge | 1 |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Make several cuts in the chicken meat up to the bone.
- Rub lemon juice and salt into the chicken pieces, allowing them to marinate for approximately 30 minutes.
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Marinade:
- In a bowl, combine ground ginger, chili powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, yogurt, and minced garlic.
- Rub the marinade generously onto the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cover the marinated chicken and refrigerate overnight for the flavors to meld and penetrate the meat.
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Cooking:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) the next day.
- Place the marinated chicken pieces in a baking dish or tin.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes with the meat side up.
- After 15 minutes, flip the chicken pieces and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Finish cooking the chicken under a medium grill for about 10 minutes, ensuring it achieves a delightful char and caramelization.
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Presentation:
- On a large serving plate, arrange fresh lettuce leaves, sliced red onion rings, and cucumber slices.
- Place the cooked chicken pieces on top of the bed of vegetables, garnishing with lemon wedges for an extra burst of freshness.
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Serving Suggestions:
- Accompany your Easy Chicken Tandoori with your favorite Indian bread, such as naan or roti.
- Serve alongside a bowl of yogurt-chutney, elevating the dining experience with its tangy and refreshing taste.
This Easy Chicken Tandoori recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds with its aromatic spices and succulent chicken, making it an ideal dish for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a festive celebration. Whether baked in the oven or grilled on the barbecue, its versatility and rich flavors are sure to impress your family and guests alike!
