Tandoori Chicken Skewers

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 10
Tandoori Chicken Skewers - Perfect for a summer night BBQ!
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

1h 20min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup plain yogurt
1 red onion , finely chopped
1 lemon , juiced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
3 cloves garlic , crushed
3/4 teaspoon garam masala
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper , or to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
4 skinless , boneless chicken breast halves
cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
257
Sugar
3g
Fat
6g
Tandoori chicken is a popular Indian dish that is traditionally cooked in a clay oven called a tandoor. This recipe captures the flavors of tandoori chicken, but adapts it to a modern BBQ setting by using chicken skewers instead of a tandoor. The key to this recipe is the marinade, which is made with yogurt and a blend of spices that give the chicken a tangy, spicy flavor. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a summer night BBQ or a casual dinner with friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, finely chopped red onion, lemon juice, minced ginger root, crushed garlic, garam masala, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and ground turmeric until well combined.
2.Cut the skinless, boneless chicken breasts into 2-inch pieces and thread them onto skewers.
3.Brush the chicken skewers with the yogurt mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
4.Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.
5.Grill the skewers, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the edges are charred.
6.Serve the chicken skewers with a side of naan bread and a refreshing cucumber salad.

PROS

These Tandoori Chicken Skewers are packed with flavor and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any BBQ or summer gathering.

The yogurt marinade not only adds flavor but also tenderizes the chicken, making it juicy and delicious.

CONS

One possible drawback of this recipe is that you need to marinate the chicken for at least an hour, so it requires some advance planning before you can cook and serve the skewers.

Also, this recipe does contain some spicy ingredients, so it may not be suitable for people who don’t like spicy food.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, and using skinless, boneless chicken breast reduces the fat and calorie content of the dish.
The spices in the marinade, including ginger root, garlic, and turmeric, have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may provide some health benefits.

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