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Tandoori Chicken Recipe (Smoky Restaurant Style)

Tandoori Chicken Recipe: 7 Secrets for Smoky Perfection

This Tandoori Chicken recipe delivers smoky flavors similar to your favorite restaurant dish.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons tandoori masala
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, oil, tandoori masala, ginger-garlic paste, cumin, paprika, and salt.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and coat well.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  5. Place marinated chicken on a baking tray.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra smokiness, use a piece of charcoal in the oven.
  • Serve with naan or rice.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Tandoori Chicken Recipe, Smoky Chicken, Restaurant Style Chicken