Best 5 Tandoori Chicken With Yogurt Sauce Recipes

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Tandoori chicken, a classic Indian dish, is a succulent and flavorful dish that tantalizes taste buds with its smoky, charred exterior and juicy, tender interior. Marinated in yogurt, spices, and herbs, the chicken is grilled to perfection in a tandoor, a traditional clay oven, infusing it with a unique smoky aroma. Pair the succulent chicken with a refreshing yogurt sauce, cooling cucumber salad, and soft, pillowy naan bread for a complete and satisfying meal. This article provides step-by-step instructions for preparing these delectable dishes, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO YOGURT SAUCE



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This Tandoori Chicken is not only incomparably juicy and exploding with flavor, it is shockingly quick and easy to make as well and going straight to your "favorite" file. It makes a fabulous easy weeknight meal that can go directly on the grill once marinated or is tasty enough for prep ahead entertaining.

Provided by Jen

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4-5 leg quarters (skin removed (drumsticks and thighs))
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat is fine)
1/4 cup Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon garam masala
2 tsps EACH ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp EACH ground coriander, ground ginger, garlic powder, salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, onion powder
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 1/2 tablespoons Reserved marinade ((in directions))
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cut 4 deep slits evenly spaced on the top side of each piece of chicken (see photo).
  • Whisk all the Marinade ingredients together in a large shallow dish or large Ziploc bag. Remove 1 1/2 tablespoons Marinade and add to a small bowl along with all Cilantro Yogurt Dip ingredients. Whisk, cover and refrigerate.
  • To the remaining marinade, add chicken and turn to coat. Cover/seal and marinate in the refrigerator 8-24 hours.
  • Remove chicken from the refrigerator 30-60 minutes before cooking.

EASY TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH YOGURT SAUCE



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Making your family's favorite take-out Indian food is easier than you think -- and much healthier.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 bone-in, skinless chicken breast halves (10 to 12 ounces each)
2 Granny Smith apples
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup yogurt, garlic, turmeric, ginger, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken; turn to coat.
  • Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast (avoiding bone) registers 160 degrees, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel apple; coarsely grate into a medium bowl. Add cilantro and remaining 1/2 cup yogurt; season with salt and pepper. Serve sauce alongside chicken, with rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 55 g

TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH YOGURT SAUCE



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Make and share this Tandoori Chicken With Yogurt Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
coarse salt
ground pepper
4 (10 -12 ounce) bone-in skinless chicken breast halves
2 granny smith apples
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475°.
  • In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup yogurt, garlic, turmeric, ginger, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add chicken; turn to coat.
  • Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast (avoiding bone) registers 160°, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel apple; coarsely grate into a medium bowl.
  • Add cilantro and remaining 1/2 cup yogurt; season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve sauce alongside chicken, with rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 169.4, Sodium 230, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 11.5, Protein 69.5

TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH YOGURT SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Chicken     Roast     Low Fat

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
4 bone-in, skinless chicken breast halves (10 to 12 ounces each)
2 Granny Smith apples
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 475°F. In a large bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of the yogurt, the garlic, turmeric, ginger, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the chicken; turn to coat.
  • Transfer the chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast (avoiding the bone) registers 160°F, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel the apple; coarsely grate into a medium bowl. Add the cilantro and the remaining 1/2 cup yogurt; season with salt and pepper. Serve the sauce alongside the chicken, with rice, if desired.

TANDOORI SPICED CHICKEN BREAST WITH GRILLED TOMATO JAM AND HERBED YOGURT SAUCE



Tandoori Spiced Chicken Breast with Grilled Tomato Jam and Herbed Yogurt Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground cayenne
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon ground white pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3 (8-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 pita breads, warmed on the grill
Tomato Jam, recipe follows
Herbed Yogurt, recipe follows
5 plum tomatoes
1 serrano chile
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grilling
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small Spanish onion, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Pinch saffron
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high. Combine all spices and the oil in a medium bowl to make a paste. Rub a thin layer of the spice paste onto 1 side of each chicken breast. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until slightly charred and just cooked through. Remove from the grill, let rest 5 minutes, and cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices. Serve openface on pitas: the chicken slices, a few dollops of Tomato Jam, and a drizzle of Herbed Yogurt.
  • Heat grill to high. Brush tomatoes and serrano with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill tomatoes and serrano on all sides until charred. Remove from the grill and coarsely chop.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan on the grates of the grill or on the side burners. Add the onion and cook until soft. Add the tomatoes, serrano, balsamic vinegar, and saffron and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and let cool to room temperature before serving.
  • Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate if not using immediately.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a high-quality, plain yogurt. Greek yogurt is also a good option, but it is thicker, so you may need to add a little bit of water to thin it out.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the spices to your liking. If you like it spicy, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of spices.
  • Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more tender.
  • If you don't have a tandoor oven, you can cook the chicken in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until it is cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, naan bread, or salad.

Conclusion:

Tandoori chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful yogurt marinade and tender, juicy meat, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give tandoori chicken a try!

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