🍗 Tandoori Chicken – A
Smoky & Flavourful Indian Classic
🏆 Introduction
Tandoori Chicken is an iconic Indian dish known for its
smoky, spicy, and tangy flavours. Marinated in a blend of yoghurt and aromatic
spices, this dish is traditionally cooked in a tandoor (clay oven), but it can
also be made in an oven or on a grill. Perfect for gatherings or a hearty meal,
Tandoori Chicken is a must-try!
✅ Key Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4
chicken legs (bone-in, skin removed)
- 1
cup thick yoghurt
- 1
tbsp lemon juice
- 1
tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1
tsp red chilli powder
- 1
tsp turmeric powder
- 1
tsp garam masala
- 1
tsp cumin powder
- 1
tsp coriander powder
- ½
tsp black salt
- 1
tbsp mustard oil
- Salt
to taste
- 1
tbsp butter (for basting)
- Fresh
coriander & lemon wedges (for garnish)
⏳ Cooking Time & Preparation
- Preparation
Time: 15 minutes
- Marination
Time: 4-6 hours (or overnight for best results)
- Cooking
Time: 30 minutes
- Total
Time: 6 hours 45 minutes (including marination)
📌 Stepwise Preparation:
☑️ Prepare the Chicken:
- Make
deep cuts in the chicken legs to help the marinade penetrate.
☑️ Marinate the Chicken:
- In a
bowl, mix yoghurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, mustard oil, and all
the spices.
- Coat
the chicken well with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 4
hours.
☑️ Cook the Chicken:
- Oven:
Preheat to 220°C (425°F) and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting
with butter halfway through.
- Grill:
Cook on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, flipping occasionally until
charred.
- Stovetop:
Cook in a greased pan on medium heat, flipping until evenly cooked.
☑️ Final Touch:
- Garnish
with fresh coriander and lemon wedges.
- Serve
hot with mint chutney and onion rings.
📊 Nutritional Value (Per
Serving)
- Calories:
260 kcal
- Protein:
28g
- Carbs:
4g
- Fats:
14g
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