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Tandoori Chicken

Tandoori Chicken

by Nabeela Kauser
Indulge in the culinary adventure that is tandoori chicken! Originating from the heart of India, this dish offers a perfect fusion of mouth-watering spices and tender chicken.
5 from 19 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Appetiser, Appetizer
Cuisine Indian
Servings 5 pieces
Calories 322 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Chicken Legs
  • 100 g Yoghurt
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri Chilli
  • 1 tbsp Tandoori Masala
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Fenugreek Leaves Methi
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder Haldi
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 2 tsp Garlic Paste

Instructions

  • Cut deep slits in the chicken legs (see note 1)
  • In a large bowl add all the marinade ingredients then whisk until well combined
  • Add the chicken legs then coat each piece with the marinade evenly (see note 2)
  • Set aside to marinate for at least 1 hour (see note 3)
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) gas mark 4 then line the tray with foil and add the chicken legs (see note 4)
  • Roast for 20 minutes then flip the chicken and broil for a further 10 minutes at 250°C (480°F) gas mark 5
  • Allow the chicken to rest for at least 10 minutes then serve with naan bread and chutney then enjoy!

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Notes

Note 1 - For this recipe, there is enough marinade for 5 small chicken legs. If you have bigger chicken legs then you may need to use less.
Note 2 - It is important that you rub the marinade into all the crevices and inside the slits to ensure maximum flavour
Note 3 - The minimum amount of time is 30 minutes, but it is best to allow it to marinate overnight or as long as possible.
Note 4 - Use a tray with a wire rack to ensure constant air circulation, which will allow the chicken to cook evenly.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 858mgPotassium: 333mgFibre: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 367IUVitamin C: 1mgVitamin D: 0.1µgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Chicken, Eid, Ramadan, Spicy
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