Description
Tandoori Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. Marinated in a rich blend of yogurt and spices, this chicken dish boasts a crispy exterior and tender, juicy meat. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, Tandoori Chicken is not just delicious but also keto-friendly and low-carb, making it suitable for various dietary needs. With easy preparation and quick cooking time, you can impress your family and friends with an authentic taste of India without the hassle of a tandoor oven. Serve it with fresh salads, fluffy basmati rice, or warm naan for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lime, juiced
- 3/4 teaspoon table salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (7-ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Rub salt, pepper, and lime juice over chicken thighs. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl and coat each thigh thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours.
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat oven to high broil or bake at 450°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Cook the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet without overcrowding. Broil for about 15-20 minutes until the top is mostly dry with some blackened tips. Flip chicken and cook for another 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg