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Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken

Yogurt-marinated chicken roasted in a traditional tandoor oven until charred and smoky. Vibrant red from Kashmiri chilies, deeply spiced, and incredibly tender.

20
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
35
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100

Ingredients

  • 1000 g Chicken
  • 250 ml Yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Ginger
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Tandoori masala
  • 2 pcs Lemon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate chicken legs in yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic overnight.

    💡 Yogurt tenderizes the chicken while the spices build complex flavor. Overnight is best.

  2. 2

    Remove chicken from marinade, pat completely dry. This is crucial for crispy skin.

    💡 Marinate overnight in yogurt with spices for maximum tenderness.

  3. 3

    Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a pizza stone or cast iron inside.

    💡 Marinate overnight in yogurt with spices for maximum tenderness.

  4. 4

    Place chicken on the hot stone. Roast for 15 minutes.

    💡 Marinate overnight in yogurt with spices for maximum tenderness.

  5. 5

    Switch to broil and cook another 5-8 minutes until charred and cooked through.

    💡 Marinate overnight in yogurt with spices for maximum tenderness.

  6. 6

    Rest for 5 minutes. Serve with mint chutney, onion rings, and naan.

    💡 Marinate overnight in yogurt with spices for maximum tenderness.