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Spiced Tandoori Chicken

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PREP TIME
25 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
425 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner Indian
Spiced Tandoori Chicken
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups plain yogurt
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon yellow food coloring
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
1
Collect all the necessary components required for this dish.
2
Take away and discard the outer layer from chicken pieces. Make cuts into the meat, allowing it to breathe freely in a shallow container. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with lemon juice and salt, allowing its flavors to penetrate deeply.
3
Allow the chicken to sit for 20 minutes, giving it time to absorb the flavors.
4
Combine yogurt, onion, garlic, garam masala, ginger, and cayenne pepper in a bowl of moderate size until they form a harmonious blend. Introduce food coloring into the mixture to enhance its visual appeal.
5
Spread this yogurt mixture evenly over the chicken, cover it with a lid, and refrigerate for 6 to 24 hours, allowing the flavors to mature over time.
6
When prepared to cook, preheat your outdoor grill to a medium-high heat level and lightly grease the grates. Remove the chicken from its marinade, discarding any remaining sauce.
7
Cook the chicken on the preheated grill until it reaches a safe internal temperature, indicated by an absence of pink color and clear juices. Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature, aiming for 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
8
Finish by garnishing with cilantro and serving with lemon wedges on the side.