Tandoori Chicken Delight
Aromatic Indian-inspired tandoori chicken served with fluffy basmati rice and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- easy
- Cuisine
- Indian
Ingredients
- 1.5lbsChicken, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1cupYogurt
- 2tbspLemon Juice
- 2tspGinger, grated
- 3clovesGarlic, minced
- 2tspGaram Masala
- 1tspPaprika
- 1tspCumin
- 1tspSalt
- 2cupsBasmati Rice
- 4Lemon Wedges
Step-by-Step
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, garam masala, paprika, cumin, and salt. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
10m - 2
Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.
- 3
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5m400°F - 4
Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching each other.
5m - 5
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it is cooked through and the juices run clear.
25m400°F - 6
While the chicken is baking, prepare the basmati rice according to the package instructions.
20m - 7
Serve the tandoori chicken hot, accompanied by the fluffy basmati rice and lemon wedges. Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful meal.
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