Tandoori Chicken Tikka
A classic Indian dish made by marinating chicken in yogurt and spices, then grilling to perfection. Serve with naan bread or basmati rice.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds chicken breastboneless and skinless
- β1 cup yogurtplain, full-fat
- β2 tablespoons lemon juicefreshly squeezed
- β2 teaspoons garam masalaground
- β1 teaspoon cumin powderground
- β1 teaspoon coriander powderground
- β1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepperground
- β1 teaspoon saltkosher
- β1/2 teaspoon black pepperfreshly ground
- β1/4 cup cilantrochopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Add the chicken to the marinade and mix until the chicken is well coated.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 6
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- 7
Sprinkle cilantro over the top of the chicken and serve.