Tandori Chicken

Contributed By: engelmj

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Mediterranean & Mid-Eastern
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Make Ahead
Meal Type: Entree

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Ingredients

4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Olive oil
2 teaspoons Turmeric
2 teaspoons Paprika
2 teaspoons Fresh gingerroot, finely chopped
2 Garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Curry powder
1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon Chili powder
3/4 cup Low-fat yogurt

Preparation

1. Make 3-4 deep diagonal cuts in each chicken breast.

2. Sprinkle with lemon juice.

3. Combine next 9 ingredients in a bowl; then mix in the yogurt.

4. Coat chicken well with the tandoori marinade.

5. Place in a bowl, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours or over night.

6. Place chicken on a preheated grill; brush with extra marinade.

7. Grill, turning frequently, until chicken is tender and juice runs clear (12-14 minutes).

8. Remove, cover with foil, and continue cooking until the chicken is crisp and slightly blackened (5-10 minutes).

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