Best Ever Tandoori Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-25 · Updated 2026-03-25

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Tender chicken marinated in a spicy, aromatic tandoori paste and grilled to perfection, served with a side of raita for a balanced meal. This Indian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, tandoori masala, yogurt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken thighs
2 tbsp tandoori masala
1/2 cup yogurt
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp, grated ginger
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp tandoori masala, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Mix until smooth.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
Step 4: Grill the skewers for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred. Serve immediately with a side of raita or naan.