Best 5 Tandoori Style Yogurt Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of tandoori-style yogurt marinated chicken legs, a culinary masterpiece that combines traditional Indian spices with the smoky aroma of the grill. This delectable dish promises a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for a backyard barbecue or an exotic dinner party. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll discover the secrets to creating succulent and juicy chicken legs that will impress your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of India.

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TANDOORI-STYLE GRILLED CHICKEN



Tandoori-Style Grilled Chicken image

Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Yogurt     Spice     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 skinless leg-thigh chicken pieces
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 small red onion, thinly sliced crosswise, separated into rings
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Blend 1 cup yogurt and next 10 ingredients in processor until smooth. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in remaining 1 cup yogurt. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place marinade-coated chicken on barbecue. Grill chicken until just cooked through, occasionally basting with butter last 2 minutes, about 12 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to platter. Top with onion and cilantro and serve.

TANDOORI -STYLE YOGURT-MARINATED CHICKEN LEGS FOR THE GRILL



Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs for the Grill image

This is tandoori chicken adapted for the grill, plan ahead the chicken needs to marinate overnight in the yogurt, I have made this recipe many times, it's wonderful! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time P1DT25m

Yield 8 chicken legs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 chicken legs (with thighs attached, skin on or removed)
6 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • In a processor blend 1-1/2 cups plain yogurt with the next 9 ingredients (the lemon juice to cayenne pepper) until smooth and well blended; transfer to a large bowl; mix in the remaining 1 cup yogurt with a wooden spoon.
  • Add in the chicken and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate over night.
  • Prepare the grill to a medium-high heat.
  • Place the marinated-coated chicken on the grill, do not wash off the yogurt marinade, but discard any marinade from the bowl.
  • Grill the chicken (about 12-13 minutes per side) basting with melted butter the last 5 minutes of cooking on both sides, season with more salt and pepper if desired while cooking.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 171.5, Sodium 680.3, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 33.3

YOGURT-MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN



Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken image

This easy, fresh-tasting yogurt marinade helps the chicken stay juicy even if it gets a little overcooked.

Provided by yumster

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon jarred minced garlic
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 ½ pounds chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Mix Greek yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, salt, cumin, cayenne, and pepper together in a large bowl. Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag; cover with yogurt mixture.
  • Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator, 3 to 8 hours.
  • Bring chicken to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Pour off marinade.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill chicken, turning occasionally, until grill marks form, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 102.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 490.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

TANDOORI MARINADE FOR GRILLED CHICKEN



Tandoori Marinade for Grilled Chicken image

If you don't have a Tandoori Oven, this is a good, viable alternative to achieve those great Indian spice flavors. This recipe will produce enough marinade for about 20 chicken thighs and/or legs, which are the pieces that I like grilling the best. I usually grill the skin-on chicken over very hot charcoal, getting it golden brown, and then transfer it to a half-sheet sprayed with Pam, cover it with aluminum foil and finish it in the oven at 375-degrees F. for 30-40 minutes. The resulting chicken is moist and flavorful. This marinade is very easy to make. The original recipe came from The Columbus (Ohio) Dispatch and called for plain yogurt instead of sour creme -- you can use either. Cooking time includes an "average" marinating period. Enjoy!

Provided by Bone Man

Categories     Asian

Time 12h10m

Yield 2 cups marinade

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon curry powder (any kind)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat the cooking oil over low heat.
  • Blend together cumin, curry powder, garlic powder, salt, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mix into the hot oil and stir until they begin to darken a bit in color, about 20-30 seconds total.
  • Remove from heat and pour into a medium mixing bowl. First, whisk in the vinegar, and then the sour creme.
  • Marinate your chicken pieces for 4-24 hours, depending upon the level of flavor you desire.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.8, Fat 54, SaturatedFat 17.2, Cholesterol 50.6, Sodium 2404.3, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.2

GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS TANDOORI



Grilled Chicken Thighs Tandoori image

Moist, luscious, and delicious. Just the right blend of spices make this chicken dish one of my most-requested. Great hot or cold. If using thighs with skin, you can put over direct medium heat for the last few minutes to crisp skin.

Provided by DIANA F

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 8h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (6 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground coriander
16 chicken thighs
olive oil spray

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, salt, pepper, cloves, and ginger. Mix in garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Set aside.
  • Rinse chicken under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour yogurt mixture over chicken, press air out of bag, and seal. Turn the bag over several times to distribute marinade. Place bag in a bowl, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for direct medium heat.
  • Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. With paper towels, wipe off excess marinade. Spray chicken pieces with olive oil spray.
  • Place chicken on the grill, and cook about 2 minutes. Turn, and cook 2 minutes more. Then arrange the chicken to receive indirect heat, and cook approximately 35 to 40 minutes, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 617.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Marinate the chicken legs in the yogurt mixture for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the chicken for long, you can skip the marinating step and simply grill the chicken legs.
  • Use a grill pan or a regular grill to cook the chicken legs.
  • Cook the chicken legs over medium heat until they are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side.
  • Serve the chicken legs with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Tandoori-style yogurt-marinated chicken legs are a delicious and easy-to-make grilled dish. The yogurt marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and gives it a slightly tangy flavor. The chicken legs can be cooked on a grill pan or a regular grill, and they are perfect for a summer cookout. Serve the chicken legs with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or a salad, and enjoy!

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