GRILLED TANDOORI CHICKEN

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Although this chicken is not cooked in a tandoor oven, this chicken has all the favors of the traditional Indian dish. Prep time does not include marinating time. Recipe from Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 c coarsely chopped onion
1 tsp coarsely chopped, peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 c plain low-fat yogurt
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder (if using indian chili powder - use sparingly as it is very hot)
1/4 tsp black pepper
dash of nutmeg
4 4-oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
cooking spray

Steps:

  • 1. Place first 3 ingredients in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Add yogurt and the next 8 ingredients (yogurt through nutmeg), pulse 4 times or until blended.
  • 2. Make 3 diagonal cuts 1/4 inch deep across top of each chicken breast half. Combine chicken and yogurt mixture in a large zip-lock plastic bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
  • 3. Prepare grill or broiler. Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade. Place chicken on grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Cook 6 minutes on each side or until chicken is done.

Bob Leland
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This is a great recipe! The chicken is so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Alaa shaar
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I was so excited to try this recipe and it did not disappoint! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Amanda Bennett
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This recipe is a keeper! I have made it several times and it is always a crowd pleaser. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Najmus Sakib
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Hamzababa Hamzababa
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This is the best tandoori chicken recipe I have ever tried! The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and the yogurt marinade makes it so tender. I will definitely be making this again and again.


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