Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

plain yogurt

0.33 cup

fresh lime juice

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2.5 tsp

lime zest

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

minced

2 tsp

salt

1.5 tsp

sweet Hungarian paprika

1.5 tsp

ground coriander

1 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

turmeric

0.5 tsp

ground cardamom

0.5 tsp

mustard powder

0.5 tsp

cayenne pepper

0.13 tsp

ground cloves

0.13 tsp

ground cinnamon

6 unit

boneless skinless chicken breasts

Step 1
~17 min

Combine yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, lime zest, minced ginger, salt, paprika, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, mustard powder, cayenne pepper, cloves, and cinnamon in a zip-lock bag.

Step 2
~17 min

Add chicken breasts to the bag.

Step 3
~17 min

Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 2-6 hours.

Step 4
~17 min

Preheat grill or oven.

Step 5
~17 min

If grilling, grill chicken until cooked through.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 6
~17 min

If using oven, brown chicken in an oven-proof pan on stovetop or under broiler.

Step 7
~17 min

Transfer pan to a 350 degree Farenheit oven.

Step 8
~17 min

Cook for 11-13 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 9
~17 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours for the best flavor.

For a smokier flavor, use wood chips when grilling.

Serve with naan bread and raita (yogurt sauce).

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinade can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and vegetables.

Serve with naan bread and raita.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Basmati Rice
Naan Bread
Vegetable Curry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

Tandoori cuisine is a staple in Indian and Pakistani cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Eid

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Weeknight Dinner
Party Food

Popularity Score

75/100

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