Tandoori-Style Chicken

Chicken pieces marinated in a spiced yoghurt mixture, then roasted at high heat until tender and charred.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 533.9 kcals 2135.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 8.1 grams 32.4 grams
Fat 21.2 grams 84.8 grams
Protein 77.6 grams 310.2 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
Halved, for juice
1
piece
Lime Wedges
Additional lemon or lime for serving
Meat
1.25
kg
Chicken Pieces
Legs and breasts, skinless
NutsSeeds
2
tsp
1
clove
Garlic
Chopped
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
Coarsely chopped
2.5
cm
1
piece
Hot Green Chillies
Roughly sliced

Steps

  • Cut chicken legs and breasts into two pieces each and make deep crossway slits to the bone.
  • Rub salt and lemon juice into the chicken pieces and set aside for 20 minutes.
  • Blend onion, garlic, ginger, chillies, garam masala, and a spoonful of yoghurt until smooth.
  • Mix the blended spice paste with the remaining yoghurt.
  • Coat chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to its maximum temperature and arrange a shelf in the top third.
  • Place chicken on a baking tray in a single layer, discarding excess marinade.
  • Roast for 20-25 minutes, removing breast pieces earlier if they are cooked through.
  • Transfer chicken to a serving plate and serve with fresh citrus wedges.