How to Make Tandoori Chicken A staple of Indian cooking, Tandoori Chicken is adored for its exquisitely spiced marinade and smoky, charred flavour. Although it is often prepared in a tandoor, or clay oven, you may use an oven or grill to replicate the flavours at home. Follow this easy step-by-step recipe to make restaurant-style Tandoori Chicken in your kitchen.

Ingredients (four servings)How to Make Delicious Tandoori Chicken at home

In a bowl, coat the chicken pieces with lemon juice and salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes. This helps tenderize the chicken and allows the flavors to seep in.
Step 3: Prepare the Tandoori Marinade
(Image 3: A bowl of yogurt and spices being mixed together)

The yoghurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, garam masala, red chilli powder, cumin, coriander, and oil should all be combined in a different mixing dish. To create a rich, thick marinade, thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
Step Four: Marinate the Chicken (see Image 4 for chicken pieces marinated in yoghurt).

Make sure the chicken pieces are fully coated after adding them to the marinade. For optimal results, marinate the chicken in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours while covered in the dish.

Step 5: Preheat your grill or oven (see Image 5: Preheating an oven to 400°F).

Set the oven temperature to 400°F, or 200°C. Make sure the grill is hot enough to fully cook the chicken if you plan to use one.
Step 6: Place the Chicken on a Rack (see Image 6 for an arrangement of the chicken pieces on a wire rack).

On a wire rack, arrange the marinated chicken. You can put the chicken straight onto a baking tray lined with foil if you don’t have a wire rack. To ensure that the pieces cook evenly, leave some space between them.Step 7: Grill or Bake the Chicken (See Image 7: Oven-baked chicken pieces with a lovely sear)

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through to ensure it cooks evenly. Cook, turning occasionally, on a grill for about 15 to 20 minutes. The chicken should look gorgeously smoky and browned.
Step 8: Optional: Broil for Additional Char
(Image 8: Charred chicken cooked in a broiler)

For the final five minutes, broil the chicken to achieve that real tandoori taste. This will provide it with a lovely, charred texture that is reminiscent of what you would get from a tandoor.(Image 9: Garnished tandoori chicken on a serving plate.) Step 9: Garnish and serve.

After taking it out of the oven or grill, give the chicken some time to rest. Add freshly sliced lemon wedges and coriander leaves as garnish.
Advice on How to Make the Best Tandoori Chicken:
Duration of Marination: The longer the chicken is marinated, the more tasty it will be. Marinate it overnight if you can.
Yoghurt: A rich marinade requires thick yoghurt. If you’re using plain yoghurt, drain it to get rid of extra water.Smoky Flavour: Before cooking, insert a piece of hot charcoal in the centre of the marinated chicken and cover with a lid for ten to fifteen minutes to provide even more smokey flavour.
Last Words
A popular dish that goes great with naan, rice, or even a crisp salad is Tandoori Chicken. You can regulate the heat and make sure it’s cooked to your liking when you make it at home. This simple, step-by-step recipe will help you prepare a delicious feast that will wow guests.

Have fun while cooking!