Description
Tandoori Chicken is a flavorful Indian dish that brings the vibrant essence of Indian cuisine directly to your kitchen. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a rich yogurt and aromatic spice blend, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a delightful char. Perfect for everything from family dinners to festive gatherings, Tandoori Chicken is not only delicious but also keto-friendly and low in carbs, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve it alongside fresh salads, fragrant rice, or warm naan for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Marinate the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and lime juice. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and spices until well combined. Add the chicken and coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the Oven: Position an oven rack in the center and preheat your broiler on high (or set your oven to 450°F if broiling is unavailable).
- Prepare for Cooking: Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Using tongs, transfer marinated chicken onto the sheet, ensuring pieces are spaced apart.
- Cook the Chicken: Broil for about 15–20 minutes until slightly charred on top. Flip each piece using tongs and broil for another 10 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve: Allow to rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg