Tasty Tandoori Chicken
This easy Tandoori Chicken recipe is packed with flavour! Marinated in yogurt, fresh lemon juice and spices then grilled 5 minutes each side. A healthy quick recipe for a busy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup plain yoghurt
- 2 tablespoons tandoori spice blend
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the yoghurt, tandoori spice blend, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
- When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill, wrap it in tin foil and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the tandoori chicken hot, with a mint raita dip garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious and flavourful tandoori chicken with some basmati rice and mint raita sauce. Yummy!