Description
Tandoori Chicken is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of rich flavors and traditional cooking techniques. This iconic dish, known for its vibrant red color and smoky aroma, is marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, ensuring each bite is juicy and flavorful.
Perfect for gatherings or a family dinner, Tandoori Chicken can be served with naan or rice and accompanied by slices of onion and lemon to enhance its flavors. Whether roasted or grilled, it promises a delightful culinary experience that beckons the essence of Indian hospitality.
Ingredients
For the First Marinade:
1 (1 1/2-inch) piece ginger, or 1 tablespoon ginger paste
3 to 4 cloves garlic, or 1 tablespoon garlic paste
1/2 medium lime
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 whole bone-in chicken legs
For the Second Marinade and Cooking:
1/2 medium lime
1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt or hung curd
1/2 cup light cream, Amul cream, or 1/3 cup heavy cream plus 2 tablespoons whole milk (optional)
1 tablespoon Kashmiri red chile powder
1 tablespoon mustard seed oil
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, if roasting
Vegetable oil, if grilling
Instructions
First Marinade: Peel and finely chop the ginger, then mash into a paste. Repeat with garlic. Juice the lime into a large bowl. Add ginger, garlic, lime juice, and kosher salt; mix well. Remove and discard the skin from the chicken legs, make deep slashes in the meat, and marinate in the mixture for 1 hour at room temperature or up to 2 days in the fridge.
Second Marinade: Juice the lime into another bowl. Add yogurt, cream (if using), chile powder, mustard oil, coriander, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, turmeric, and salt; whisk to combine. Add marinated chicken; massage well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.
Cooking: For roasting, preheat oven to 400ºF, place chicken on a foil-lined sheet, and roast for 15 minutes, then brush with butter and cook until internal temperature reaches 165ºF. For grilling, heat grill to medium, oil the grates, and grill chicken, turning every 10 minutes, until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 Kcal