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Tandoori Chicken

Smoky, charred chicken marinated in spiced yogurt — best cooked at high heat to mimic the tandoor's intensity.

380 cal / serving 8g net carbs 44g protein 18g fat Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min 2 servings

Ingredients

Meat & Poultry
  • 1.5 lb Chicken legs and thighs
Dairy & Eggs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
Produce
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger
  • 0.25 cup Fresh mint
  • 4 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 2 whole Lemon
  • 1 whole Red onion
Spices & Herbs
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground turmeric
  • 2 tbsp Tandoori masala

Instructions

1. Score chicken deeply with a knife. Mix yogurt with tandoori masala, turmeric, cumin, chili powder, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and salt.
2. Coat chicken completely and marinate at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F or preheat broiler. Place chicken on a rack over a foil-lined pan.
4. Cook 25–30 min, turning once, until edges are charred and chicken is cooked through.
5. Serve with lemon wedges, sliced onion, and fresh mint.
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