Tandoori chicken recipe

Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Tandoori chicken is a popular Indian

dish made by marinating chicken in spiced yogurt and then roasting it to perfection. Here’s how you can make it at home.

Ingredients

For Marination:

• 500g chicken (with bone, preferably leg & thigh pieces)
• ½ cup thick yogurt (curd)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1½ tsp Kashmiri red chili powder (for color)
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• 1 tbsp mustard oil (or any oil)
• ½ tsp chaat masala (optional)
• A pinch of red food color (optional)

For Cooking:

• 1 tbsp butter or ghee
• Lemon wedges & onion rings (for garnish)
• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Make deep cuts on the chicken pieces so the marinade can penetrate well.

2. Marination:

   • In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, salt, spices, mustard oil, and food color (if using).
   • Coat the chicken well with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight).

3. Cooking Methods:

   • Oven: Preheat to 220°C (425°F). Place chicken on a rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, turning once in between. Broil for an extra 5 minutes for a charred effect.
   • Stovetop: Heat a grill pan, grease with butter, and cook on medium heat for 10-12 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
   • Tandoor/BBQ: Cook over hot charcoal for an authentic smoky flavor, turning occasionally.

4. Final Touch:

   • Brush with melted butter or ghee for extra flavor.
   • Sprinkle chaat masala, garnish with lemon wedges and onion rings.

5. Serve Hot with mint chutney and naan or rumali roti.

Enjoy your homemade tandoori chicken! Let me know if you need any variations.