Description
A delightful dish that brings warm, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine right into your home, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken (legs, thighs, or breast)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, tandoori spice mix, lemon juice, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger, and salt.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For more flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. If desired, add cayenne pepper or chopped chili for spice. This recipe can accommodate boneless chicken; just reduce cooking time.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 56g
- Cholesterol: 150mg