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Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Recipe – Juicy, Flavorful Homemade Favorite

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Recreate this Indian favorite quickly and easily at home! This grilled tandoori chicken is incredibly juicy, packed with warm spices, and bursting with bold flavor. Marinated in a creamy yogurt blend with garlic, lemon, and aromatic spices, then grilled to perfection, it’s a simple yet impressive dish you’ll love.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • Chicken & Marinade:
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Dipping Sauce (optional):
  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Add all marinade ingredients and chicken to a zip-top bag. Seal and mix to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess.
  4. Grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
  5. Let chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
  6. For the sauce, whisk all ingredients together except cilantro. Adjust seasoning, then stir in cilantro.
  7. Serve chicken with dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Marinating longer enhances flavor significantly.
  • Chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Dipping sauce can be stored up to 1 week refrigerated.
  • Nutrition values may appear higher due to unused marinade.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 511
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 1269 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 54 g
  • Cholesterol: 128 mg