Indian Tandoori Chicken with Mint Yogurt

Name: Indian Tandoori Chicken with Mint Yogurt
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless); 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 2 tablespoons tandoori masala; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (chopped); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder

StandardIndianDinnerSpicyFlavorfulGrilled

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 30m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A flavorful and aromatic Indian dish featuring spicy marinated chicken cooked to perfection, served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

28.0g 50%

Fat

18.0g 32%

Carbs

10.0g 18%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin B6

15% DV

Supports brain health

🔺 Iron

12% DV

Essential for blood production

🔺 Calcium

10% DV

Important for bone health

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

✦ Antioxidants

8% DV

Helps protect cells from damage

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skinless
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
2 tablespoons tandoori masala
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Mint Yogurt Sauce

1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder

Instructions

1 In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, tandoori masala, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric, chili powder, and salt to create the marinade.
2 Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
3 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a grill to medium-high heat.
4 Remove the chicken from the marinade and brush with vegetable oil.
5 Place the chicken on a baking sheet or grill. Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes or grill for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
6 While the chicken is cooking, prepare the mint yogurt sauce by combining yogurt, chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and cumin in a bowl. Mix well.
7 Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8 Serve the tandoori chicken with the mint yogurt sauce on the side.