Smoky Tandoori Chicken — Delicious Non-Veg Snack Idea
Spiced yogurt-marinated chicken grilled to perfection — juicy, smoky, and packed with bold Indian flavors. A perfect dish for grilling, entertaining, or easy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes active
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp paprika or Kashmiri chili powder
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- Optional: red food coloring
- Skewers (soaked if wooden)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
- Add chicken, mix to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Thread chicken onto skewers.
- Grill or broil 4–5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Serve hot with chutney, rice, or naan.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Add fresh herbs or chili for flavor variations.
- Works great on the grill, stovetop, or in the air fryer.