Grilled Taj Mahal-Spiced Chicken with Maryland Herb Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in warm Taj Mahal-inspired spices and finished with a fresh Maryland herb glaze. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, ground cumin, ground coriander 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade. Whisk until evenly blended.
2. Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a large resealable bag, pour the marinade over them, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and brush with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
4. Step 4: Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear, with a slight char on the edges.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, mix 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl to make a fresh herb glaze.
6. Step 6: Remove the chicken from grill and brush the herb glaze generously on each piece. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.