Smoky Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Charred Edges
Tandoori Chicken Tikka Skewers feature marinated chicken in a spiced yogurt blend grilled or baked until lightly charred and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes plus marinating time
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes including marinating
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into cubes
1 cup plain full fat yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon oil
3 cloves garlic grated
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder or mild chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
Skewers wooden or metal
Instructions
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Cut chicken into uniform cubes.
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In a bowl mix yogurt lemon juice oil garlic ginger and all spices until smooth.
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Add chicken and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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Preheat grill to medium high heat or oven to 425°F.
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Thread chicken onto soaked skewers leaving slight space between pieces.
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Grill 10 to 14 minutes turning occasionally until internal temperature reaches 165°F or bake 18 to 22 minutes turning halfway.
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Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Do not overcook to maintain juiciness. For extra char broil briefly at the end. Serve with mint yogurt sauce or basmati rice.