Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of Tandoori Spiced Chicken, an iconic dish from the vibrant streets of India. This delectable main course, marinated in a mesmerizing blend of aromatic spices and yogurt, is roasted to perfection, exuding an enticing golden-brown crust and tender, succulent meat. Accompanying this masterpiece is a delightful Tomato Ginger Chutney, a tangy and flavorful condiment that adds a refreshing contrast to the richness of the chicken. Additionally, tantalize your taste buds with the included recipes for Cucumber Raita, a cooling yogurt-cucumber sauce, and Mint Chutney, a vibrant and herbaceous condiment. Elevate your dining experience with this symphony of flavors, perfect for a memorable meal.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CRISPY TANDOORI CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH MANGO CHUTNEY
Deliciously spiced with super-crispy skin, this chicken tandoori is a family favorite.
Provided by Jennifer Segal, inspired by Food & Wine
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 drumsticks, 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small pan over medium-low heat, combine the paprika, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes, until spices are fragrant.
- Add the spices to a blender or mini food processor, along with the ginger, garlic, Greek yogurt, lime zest and juice, oil and salt; process until smooth.
- Using a very sharp knife, make 2 or 3 slashes in each drumstick (be careful; they are slippery). Place the drumsticks in a large bowl and toss with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with heavy duty aluminum foil (for easy clean-up) and set an oven-proof rack over top. Spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray or grease with vegetable oil.
- Arrange the chicken on the rack, leaving a bit of space between the pieces. Spoon any marinade left in the bowl evenly over the drumsticks. Roast for 45 minutes, turning once midway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (be sure to turn on your exhaust fan as the oven will get a little smoky). Turn on the broiler and broil the chicken about 6 inches from the heat for 3-5 minutes, until lightly charred and crisp all over. Serve with mango chutney on the side.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 drumsticks (nutritional data does not include chutney), Calories 807, Fat 53g, Carbohydrate 8g, Protein 73g, SaturatedFat 11g, Sugar 1g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 1884mg, Cholesterol 369mg
TANDOORI SPICED CHICKEN BREAST WITH GRILLED TOMATO JAM AND HERBED YOGURT SAUCE
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.
TANDOORI CHICKEN BOWLS RECIPE
This prep-ahead dinner can be served layered in bowls or deconstructed for picky eaters with the ginger, scallions, and cilantro sauce on the side.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 450°F. Mix yogurt, tomato paste, paprika, coriander, and 2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature at least 10 minutes.
- Rub a rimmed baking sheet with 1 Tbsp. oil. Arrange chicken on sheet, making sure there's space around each piece.
- Toss squash, 1 Tbsp. oil, and 1 tsp. salt on another rimmed baking sheet and spread out into a single layer.
- Roast chicken on upper rack and squash on lower, tossing squash halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and starting to char in spots, and squash is fork-tender and golden brown around the edges, 15-17 minutes.
- Meanwhile, purée scallions, lime juice, ginger, 3 cups cilantro, 3 Tbsp. water, and remaining ¼ cup oil and remaining 2 tsp. salt in a blender until smooth.
- Divide rice among bowls. Top with sauce, chicken, squash, and cilantro leaves, if using. Alternatively, serve chicken, squash, rice, and sauce separately for any picky eaters at your table, or keep the sauce on the side entirely.
- Do Ahead: Chicken can be marinated 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Chicken and squash can be roasted and sauce can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill separately. Reheat chicken and squash in a 300°F oven before serving.
TANDOORI-SPICED GRILLED CHICKEN
An Indian-inspired entrée that will give you a newfound love for chicken halves. They take on the same juiciness and smoky flavor as a whole or spatchcocked bird, but are much easier to move around the grill. A spiced yogurt marinade tenderizes without turning the meat mushy, so you can slather it on well in advance.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Time 14h50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, toast cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and grind to a fine powder. In a food processor, purée onion, garlic, and ginger to a fine paste, 30 seconds.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion mixture and cook until translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in spice mixture and turmeric. Let cool completely, then stir in yogurt and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt.
- Rub some of yogurt mixture all over chicken; then gently separate skin from breast and rub more under skin on each side. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate at least 12 hours and up to 1 day. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before grilling.
- Prepare grill for direct- and indirect-heat cooking (push coals to one side of a charcoal grill, or turn off one side of a gas grill after preheating). Brush grates with oil. Place chicken over indirect heat, bone-side down, with legs closest to heat source. Cover grill and cook, maintaining a temperature of about 400°F, until a thermometer inserted into thickest part of breast (nearest but not touching bone) registers 150°F, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to direct heat and cook, uncovered, flipping a few times, until charred in places and just cooked through, about 10 minutes more. Let stand 15 minutes before serving with chutneys, pickles, cucumbers, and mint.
Tips:
- Use a good quality yogurt. Yogurt is the base of the marinade, so it's important to use a good quality yogurt that is thick and creamy. Greek yogurt or whole milk yogurt are both good choices.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be. You can marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours, but 30 minutes is the minimum amount of time needed to get a good flavor.
- Cook the chicken over medium heat. Cooking the chicken over medium heat will help to prevent it from drying out. If you cook the chicken over high heat, it will cook too quickly and become tough.
- Use a meat thermometer to make sure the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit before you remove it from the heat.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Tandoori chicken is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular sides include rice, naan bread, raita, and chutney.
Conclusion:
Tandoori chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give tandoori chicken a try.
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