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Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken: Juicy, Flavorful, and Keto-Friendly Delight

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This Tandoori Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and keto-friendly, featuring a creamy yogurt marinade with a rich blend of spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 7 ounces Plain Greek Yogurt Feel free to use a non-dairy alternative for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice A substitute could be lemon juice if necessary.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced for maximum flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced; ground ginger can work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin Essential for authentic taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Switch to regular paprika if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Adjust according to preference.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Adjust based on your spice tolerance.
Seasoning
  • 0.75 teaspoon Table Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 0.75 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Can be left out for a gentler taste.
Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Trimmed for easy marinating and cooking.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat dry. Combine salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a bowl, rub on chicken, and let absorb flavors for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Make Marinade: Combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne in a mixing bowl, stir well to blend.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours.
  4. Preheat Oven: Adjust oven rack and preheat to high broil or 450°F for optimal grilling.
  5. Bake Chicken: Line a baking sheet with foil, transfer chicken, and broil for 15-20 minutes, flip and broil for another 10 minutes until cooked.
  6. Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve with naan, rice, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow at least 6 hours for marinating; overnight is ideal. Customize heat by adjusting cayenne; monitor closely while broiling.

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