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Easy Tandoori Chicken Recipe

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This Tandoori Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of yogurt, spices, garlic, and ginger, then cooked under a high broiler to achieve a smoky, charred exterior with juicy, aromatic meat. Perfect for a satisfying dinner with an Indian-inspired taste.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 3/4 teaspoon table salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (7-ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne

Instructions

  1. Marinate Chicken: Rub the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and lime juice to tenderize and season. In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh ginger, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne powder to create the marinade. Add the chicken to the bowl and coat each piece thoroughly in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours to allow the flavors to deeply infuse the meat.
  2. Prepare for Cooking: When ready to cook, preheat your oven broiler or conventional oven to high heat, around 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper to catch drippings and make cleanup easy. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs evenly on the baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap for even cooking and charring.
  3. Cook Chicken: Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler and cook the chicken for approximately 15-20 minutes until the top surface appears dry with some charred or slightly blackened edges, indicative of that authentic tandoori flavor. Carefully flip each piece of chicken over and continue cooking for another 10 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken overnight yields the best flavor and tenderness.
  • If you don’t have a broiler, you can bake the chicken at 450°F (230°C) until cooked but broiling adds authentic charring.
  • Adjust cayenne to your spice preference for milder or spicier chicken.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked and safe to eat.
  • Serving with naan bread or basmati rice complements the dish nicely.

Keywords: Tandoori Chicken, Indian Chicken Recipe, Yogurt Marinated Chicken, Broiled Chicken Thighs, Spicy Chicken

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