This authentic Northern Indian dish features tender chicken pieces deeply marinated in a blend of yogurt, ginger, garlic, and warm spices. The yogurt tenderizes the meat while the garam masala and red pepper create a vibrant, aromatic crust. Perfectly suited for family dinners or dinner parties, this recipe delivers a robust flavor profile with a slight char from grilling or roasting. It is a flavorful, protein-rich main course that pairs beautifully with basmati rice or naan bread. Simple to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld, this tandoori chicken is a satisfying and exotic addition to your home cooking repertoire.
Tandoori Style Chicken (Northern India
Description
This authentic Northern Indian dish features tender chicken pieces deeply marinated in a blend of yogurt, ginger, garlic, and warm spices. The yogurt tenderizes the meat while the garam masala and red pepper create a vibrant, aromatic crust. Perfectly suited for family dinners or dinner parties, this recipe delivers a robust flavor profile with a slight char from grilling or roasting. It is a flavorful, protein-rich main course that pairs beautifully with basmati rice or naan bread. Simple to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld, this tandoori chicken is a satisfying and exotic addition to your home cooking repertoire.Ingredients
Directions
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Remove all skin and fat from the chicken pieces.
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Use a sharp knife to slash the chicken pieces in several places, cutting deep to the bone.
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Mix the vinegar, salt, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
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Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly with the vinegar mixture.
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Blend the ginger, onions, and garlic in a food processor or mortar until a smooth paste forms.
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In a large bowl, combine the yogurt with the onion-ginger-garlic paste, red pepper, garam masala, and black pepper.
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Add the chicken pieces to the yogurt mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate to marinate for at least 24 hours, preferably 48 hours.
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Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before cooking.
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Preheat oven to 350F (177C) or prepare a grill for high heat.
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Cook the chicken for 40 minutes, turning occasionally.
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Drizzle the melted butter or margarine over the chicken during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
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Serve the chicken on a bed of rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 678.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 34.0g53%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 252.5mg85%
- Sodium 232.7mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 76.6g154%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, marinate the chicken for 2 days to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply.
If using a grill, ensure the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165F.
The marinade can be reused for subsequent batches if kept refrigerated and used within 24 hours.
Serve with cucumber raita and mint chutney for a complete meal.
