Description
Tandoori Chicken is a flavorful Indian dish that brings the taste of an authentic restaurant right to your kitchen. Marinated in a spiced yogurt blend, this chicken is baked or broiled for a crispy, charred exterior and juicy interior, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether served over rice, in wraps, or alongside fresh salads, this versatile dish is also keto-friendly and low in carbs, ensuring everyone can enjoy it without guilt. Elevate your dining experience with Tandoori Chicken—an easy recipe that promises satisfaction every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3/4 teaspoon table salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 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 chicken by rubbing salt, pepper, and lime juice over the thighs. Mix marinade ingredients in a large bowl and coat each thigh thoroughly before refrigerating for 6 to 24 hours.
- Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and prepare a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
- Place the marinated chicken on the baking sheet and broil for approximately 15–20 minutes until slightly charred. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Broiling
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 385mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 116mg