Tandoori Chicken Skewers
A vibrant dish of marinated chicken grilled to perfection, infused with tangy yogurt and spices, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 140 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Combine the Marinade: In a bowl, mix yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, and salt.
- Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into cubes and marinate them in the yogurt mixture.
- Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
- Grill to Perfection: Grill the skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Serve Hot: Serve hot with mint chutney and lemon wedges.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Add vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the skewers for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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