Authentic Tandoori Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 medium lemon, juiced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1.25 cups plain yogurt
• 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon yellow food coloring
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro
• 1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Gather all of your ingredients to begin.
2. Remove the skin from the chicken pieces and discard. Cut slits into the chicken and place in a shallow dish. Season with lemon juice and salt on both sides. Allow to sit for 20 minutes.
3. In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, onion, garlic, garam masala, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Mix until smooth, then stir in food coloring.
4. Evenly coat the chicken with the yogurt mixture. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, or up to 24 hours for best results.
5. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove the chicken from the marinade, discarding any remaining marinade.
6. Grill the chicken until fully cooked and the juices run clear. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) near the bone.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 356 kcal
• Fat Content: 19 g
• Fiber Content: 3 g
• Sugar Content: 6 g
• Sodium Content: 734 mg
• Protein Content: 36 g
• Cholesterol Content: 102 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 14 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g