Flavorful Tandoori Chicken Skewers

Name: Flavorful Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings (8 skewers)
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 600 g boneless chicken breast or thigh, cubed; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1 EL ginger-garlic paste; 2 TL tandoori masala powder; 1 TL ground cumin; 1/2 TL turmeric powder; 1 EL lemon juice; 1 TL red food coloring (optional, for color); Salt to taste

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These Tandoori Chicken Skewers (or kebabs) deliver the authentic, smoky flavor of a traditional tandoor oven using a standard grill or oven. The chicken is marinated in a rich mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and classic Indian spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, which tenderizes the meat beautifully. This recipe is a vibrant, high-protein, and low-fat option perfect for entertaining or a healthy weeknight dinner. It’s a medium-difficulty recipe primarily due to the marination time, resulting in incredibly juicy and tender chicken with a beautiful reddish hue.

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Grilled tandoori chicken skewers with charred edges and a yogurt dipping sauce

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings4 servings (8 skewers)

Equipment

Mixing bowlSkewersGrill or baking sheet

Instructions

1
Combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, all spices, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix well to create the marinade.
2
Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, ensuring every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
3
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
4
Grill over medium-high heat (or bake at 200°C / 400°F) for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and charred lightly on the edges.
5
Serve hot with fresh mint chutney or raita.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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