Tandoori-Spiced Grilled Chicken Tikka Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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Juicy chicken pieces marinated in a yogurt and tandoori spice blend, grilled to smoky perfection on skewers. This Indian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs plain yogurt, tandoori masala powder, garlic paste 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp tandoori masala powder
1 tbsp garlic paste
1 tbsp ginger paste
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
6 skewers (wooden or metal)

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain yogurt, 2 tbsp tandoori masala powder, 1 tbsp garlic paste, 1 tbsp ginger paste, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1 tsp salt until smooth.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thigh pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 6 skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and has charred edges.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lemon wedges.