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Tandoori Chicken

Mouthwatering Tandoori Chicken Made Easy for Dinner Bliss

Enjoy a flavorful Tandoori Chicken that captivates your palate with its rich spices and yogurt marinade.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Greek Yogurt Can substitute with thick coconut milk for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Can substitute with ginger powder.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust quantity based on spice tolerance.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Powder Use sparingly.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Extra can be used for garnishing.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Chicken
  • 5 lbs Whole Chicken Spatchcocking is recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium bowl
  • Sheet Pan
  • Cooling Rack
  • Kitchen Shears

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large rimmed sheet pan with a cooling rack inside.
  2. Combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili powder, cayenne, cinnamon, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  3. Pat the chicken dry and spatchcock it for even cooking.
  4. Coat the chicken with the marinade, covering every part, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  5. Roast the chicken in the oven for approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Let the chicken rest before carving and serve with lemon rice and raita.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Use an instant-read thermometer for cooking accuracy.

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