GRILLED TANDOORI CHICKEN

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Although this chicken is not cooked in a tandoor oven, this chicken has all the favors of the traditional Indian dish. Prep time does not include marinating time. Recipe from Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 c coarsely chopped onion
1 tsp coarsely chopped, peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 c plain low-fat yogurt
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder (if using indian chili powder - use sparingly as it is very hot)
1/4 tsp black pepper
dash of nutmeg
4 4-oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
cooking spray

Steps:

  • 1. Place first 3 ingredients in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Add yogurt and the next 8 ingredients (yogurt through nutmeg), pulse 4 times or until blended.
  • 2. Make 3 diagonal cuts 1/4 inch deep across top of each chicken breast half. Combine chicken and yogurt mixture in a large zip-lock plastic bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
  • 3. Prepare grill or broiler. Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade. Place chicken on grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Cook 6 minutes on each side or until chicken is done.

Psychotina
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I would give this recipe a 10/10. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the marinade was delicious.


Musharraf Parveez
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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of tandoori chicken. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is packed with flavor.


Ndase Beniscoba
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I'm not a big fan of tandoori chicken, but this recipe was really good. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the marinade was delicious.


Daniel Agaba
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The chicken was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the flavor was good.


peter maher
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This was my first time making tandoori chicken, and it turned out great! The chicken was flavorful and moist, and the yogurt marinade was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Charlie Rock
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the marinade is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Cosmic3x._s
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the chicken didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected.


Lisi Heritage
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Ebad Raza
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was delicious and the marinade was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Sohan mia
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I've tried many tandoori chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is perfectly tender and the spices are well-balanced.


Fanindra Ghimire
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This grilled tandoori chicken was a hit at my last barbecue! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the yogurt marinade gave it a nice tang. I would definitely make this again.


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