Best 5 Tandoori Style Yogurt Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill Recipes

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**Tantalizing Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs: A Culinary Journey to Flavorful Delights**

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing tandoori-style yogurt-marinated chicken legs, a symphony of flavors that will ignite your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of India. These succulent chicken legs are meticulously marinated in a creamy yogurt blend infused with an aromatic symphony of spices, creating a delectable dish that is both tender and bursting with authentic Indian flavors.

Our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse selection of marinating techniques and cooking methods to cater to your culinary preferences. Whether you prefer the smoky allure of grilled chicken or the convenience of oven-baked perfection, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to guide you through the marinating and cooking process, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor.

Indulge in the classic Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs, grilled to perfection and exuding a tantalizing charred aroma. For a unique twist, try our Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs with a Mint-Coriander Chutney, where the refreshing chutney complements the richness of the chicken.

If you prefer the ease of oven-baked cooking, our Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs (Oven-Baked) will delight you with their juicy tenderness and delectable flavors. And for those who love experimenting with cooking techniques, our Air Fryer Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs offer a healthier alternative that delivers crispy skin and succulent meat.

No matter which recipe you choose, our tandoori-style yogurt-marinated chicken legs are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill or preheat your oven, and embark on this culinary journey to create a dish that will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED TANDOORI CHICKEN



Grilled Tandoori Chicken image

Recreate this Indian favorite QUICKLY and EASILY at home! This tandoori chicken is super juicy, flavorful, and you'll LOVE IT!!

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     30-Minute Meals

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup (5 ounces) Greek yogurt (I used 0% fat)
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
4 to 5 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon paprika (I used smoked paprika)
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional and to taste
1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (I used breast tenders which cook very quickly to save time)
about 2/3 cup (6 ounces) Greek yogurt (I used 0% fat)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely minced for garnishing, optional

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a gallon-sized ziptop bag, seal, and squish the chicken around to coat it well and evenly. Place bag in the fridge and marinate for at least 30 minutes (if you can plan ahead and marinate overnight, even better).
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove chicken from the bag using tongs and place it on the grill; discard the bag and extra marinade. Grill chicken on each side for about 4 to 5 minutes or until done. Because I used breast tenders, they cook very quickly, in about 8 minutes total. Large breasts will take longer to grill. After chicken is done, set aside to rest. While it rests, make the dipping sauce.
  • To a small bowl, add all ingredients except cilantro, and whisk to combine. Taste, check for seasoning balance and desired consistency, and if necessary add more salt, pepper, oil, honey, etc. to taste.
  • Optionally garnish the chicken with cilantro before serving it with the dipping sauce on the side. Chicken is best fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days; dipping sauce will keep airtight for up to 1 week in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 128 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 25 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 54 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1269 milligrams sodium, Sugar 11 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams unsaturated fat

TANDOORI CHICKEN



Tandoori Chicken image

Make tandoori chicken on your grill! Chicken legs marinated in lemon juice, yogurt, and aromatic spices.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Grill     Restaurant Favorite     Chicken     Indian

Time 6h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 Tbsp garam masala
1 Tbsp sweet (not hot) paprika
1 cup plain yogurt (can sub buttermilk)
2 Tbsp lemon juice
4 minced garlic cloves
2 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt
4 whole chicken legs (drumsticks and thighs), or its equivalent, skinless, bone-in

Steps:

  • Cut deep slashes into chicken, coat with marinade, chill: Cut deep slashes (to the bone) in 3-4 places on the leg/thigh pieces. Just make 2-3 cuts if you are using separate drumsticks and thighs. Coat the chicken in the marinade, cover and chill for at least an hour (preferably 6 hours), no more than 8 hours.
  • Prepare grill: Prepare your grill so that one side is quite hot over direct heat, the other side cooler, not over direct heat. If using charcoal, leave one side of the grill without coals, so you have a hot side and a cooler side. If you are using a gas grill, just turn on one-half of the burners. Use tongs to wipe the grill grates with a paper towel soaked in vegetable oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 427 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize Serves 4-6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TANDOORI -STYLE YOGURT-MARINATED CHICKEN LEGS FOR THE GRILL



Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs for the Grill image

This is tandoori chicken adapted for the grill, plan ahead the chicken needs to marinate overnight in the yogurt, I have made this recipe many times, it's wonderful! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time P1DT25m

Yield 8 chicken legs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 chicken legs (with thighs attached, skin on or removed)
6 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • In a processor blend 1-1/2 cups plain yogurt with the next 9 ingredients (the lemon juice to cayenne pepper) until smooth and well blended; transfer to a large bowl; mix in the remaining 1 cup yogurt with a wooden spoon.
  • Add in the chicken and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate over night.
  • Prepare the grill to a medium-high heat.
  • Place the marinated-coated chicken on the grill, do not wash off the yogurt marinade, but discard any marinade from the bowl.
  • Grill the chicken (about 12-13 minutes per side) basting with melted butter the last 5 minutes of cooking on both sides, season with more salt and pepper if desired while cooking.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 171.5, Sodium 680.3, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 33.3

GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS TANDOORI



Grilled Chicken Thighs Tandoori image

Moist, luscious, and delicious. Just the right blend of spices make this chicken dish one of my most-requested. Great hot or cold. If using thighs with skin, you can put over direct medium heat for the last few minutes to crisp skin.

Provided by DIANA F

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 8h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground coriander
16 chicken thighs
olive oil spray

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, salt, pepper, cloves, and ginger. Mix in garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Set aside.
  • Rinse chicken under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour yogurt mixture over chicken, press air out of bag, and seal. Turn the bag over several times to distribute marinade. Place bag in a bowl, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for direct medium heat.
  • Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. With paper towels, wipe off excess marinade. Spray chicken pieces with olive oil spray.
  • Place chicken on the grill, and cook about 2 minutes. Turn, and cook 2 minutes more. Then arrange the chicken to receive indirect heat, and cook approximately 35 to 40 minutes, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 617.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

EASY TANDOORI CHICKEN WITH YOGURT SAUCE



Easy Tandoori Chicken with Yogurt Sauce image

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken legs: Look for plump, evenly sized chicken legs with no tears or bruises. Avoid any legs that have a slimy or foul odor.
  • Make sure to marinate the chicken legs for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will allow the yogurt and spices to penetrate the chicken and give it a flavorful, tender texture.
  • If you don't have a tandoor oven, you can still cook the chicken legs on a regular grill. Just preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken legs for 10-12 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken legs with your favorite sides, such as rice, naan, or salad. You can also drizzle them with additional yogurt sauce or chutney.

Conclusion:

Tandoori-style yogurt-marinated chicken legs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The yogurt marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a flavorful, slightly tangy taste. Whether you cook the chicken legs in a tandoor oven or on a regular grill, they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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