Nepalese

Tandoori Chicken

Name: Tandoori Chicken
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nepalese
Ingredients: 500g chicken pieces; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tsp ginger-garlic paste; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp coriander; 1 tsp garam masala; 1 green chili, chopped; Salt to taste; Oil for brushing

Marinated chicken cooked in a tandoor or oven, with a smoky flavor.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, and spices. Add chicken and marinate for 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Place chicken on a baking tray and brush with oil.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 74°C/165°F).
Serve with naan or rice, garnished with coriander.

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