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Tandoori Chicken

Savory Tandoori Chicken with a Creamy Yogurt Marinade

This Tandoori Chicken recipe features succulent thighs marinated in a rich, creamy yogurt sauce, perfect for a low-carb meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt for extra creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice adds brightness
  • 1 teaspoon cumin essential spice
  • 1 teaspoon coriander complements other spices
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds color
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil keeps chicken moist
  • to taste salt kosher or sea salt preferred
Chicken
  • 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs juicy and flavorful

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • plastic wrap
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Arrange marinated chicken on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and edges are charred.
  6. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate overnight. Monitor cooking time for best results.

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