Takeoff Tandoori Chicken

Name: Takeoff Tandoori Chicken
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1 tbsp, grated ginger; 2 tsp tandoori spice blend; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

Juicy chicken marinated in yogurt, spices, and fresh herbs, grilled to a golden finish for a vibrant, aromatic main course.

Cuisine: Indian

Category: Chicken

Prep: 45 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp, grated ginger
2 tsp tandoori spice blend
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tsp tandoori spice blend, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Whisk until smooth.
Step 2: Cut 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Add to the yogurt mixture and stir to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Thread chicken cubes onto skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes first).
Step 4: Grill chicken for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.