baked tandoori-style chicken

2 Pinches
Deep In The Heart of, TX
Updated on Oct 7, 2021

Such an easy way to enjoy tandoori chicken. Serve alongside your favorite Indian side dish.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake
yield

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs, skinless
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 small onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 teaspoons coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • pinch of chili powder (indian)
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • red food coloring (optional)

How To Make baked tandoori-style chicken

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush the chicken meat with lemon juice and set aside for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, place the onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, and salt in a small food processor. Process until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
  • Step 2
    Combine the spice paste with paprika, chili powder and yogurt - mix well until smooth. Add several drops of red food coloring until the mixture becomes a deep red color.
  • Step 3
    Place chicken pieces in a plastic bag or shallow dish and spread the yogurt mixture liberally over the chicken. Allow chicken to marinate for a few hours or overnight.
  • Step 4
    Place chicken on a wire rack over a large baking pan. Bake for 45 minutes or until the chicken pieces are tender and fully cooked through.

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Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Diet: Low Fat
Method: Bake
Culture: Indian

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