grilled tandoori chicken

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

There's no substitute for a Tandoor oven, but the grill provides an acceptable option. While this would be great as a main course, I often make these as a party appetizer using just the drumsticks. Great served with naan and raita. TIME DOES NOT INCLUDE MARINATING TIME!

(2 ratings)
yield 4 -6
prep time 10 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Grill

Ingredients For grilled tandoori chicken

  • 3 lb
    chicken pieces - skin on, bone-in
  • MARINADE:
  • 1 pt
    plain yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh ginger, grated or finely minced
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground cloves
  • 1 tsp
    ground coriander
  • 1 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 2 tsp
    paprika
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 2 tsp
    salt

How To Make grilled tandoori chicken

  • 1
    Make the marinade by whisking all the ingredients together.
  • 2
    Score the chicken pieces with a sharp knife. Going about 1/2 inch deep, spaced about 1 inch apart. Place the chicken in a large ziploc bag. Add the marinade and massage until all the pieces are coated. Refrigerate for 6-10 hours.
  • 3
    When ready to cook, preheat the grill. You'll need medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and scrape off any excess. Lightly coat the cooking grill with vegetable oil.
  • 4
    Grill the chicken, turning, until the flesh is opaque and the juices run clear - about 30-40 minutes. (Note: the drumsticks may take longer, since they're so much thicker.)

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