Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs

Name: Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 16 pcs skinless chicken thighs; 300 ml Danone Skyr Plain Yoghurt; 2 pcs lemons, juiced; 2 pcs red onions finely chopped; 1 piece large piece of ginger peeled and grated; 4 clove garlic crushed; 4 tsp paprika; 3/4 tsp garam masala; 3/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp chilli powder; 1/4 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for brushing

Enjoy the bold, smoky flavors of authentic Indian cuisine with this simple Tandoori chicken recipe. Marinated in a vibrant blend of Skyr yogurt, aromatic spices, and fresh ginger, these chicken thighs are grilled to charred, juicy perfection.

Servings8 Portions

Prep Time30 Mins

Cook Time15 Mins

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

skinless chicken thighs
16 pcs
Danone Skyr Plain Yoghurt
300 ml
lemons, juiced
2 pcs
red onions finely chopped
2 pcs
large piece of ginger peeled and grated
1 piece
garlic crushed
4 clove
paprika
4 tsp
garam masala
0.8 tsp
ground cumin
0.8 tsp
chilli powder
0.5 tsp
ground turmeric
0.3 tsp
vegetable oil, for brushing
1 tbsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the chicken by making three deep diagonal slashes in the flesh of each thigh; this allows the marinade to penetrate deeply for maximum flavor.

In a large, shallow dish, combine the lemon juice with the paprika and finely chopped red onions. Add the chicken thighs, turning them to ensure they are thoroughly coated, and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the Skyr yogurt, grated ginger, crushed garlic, garam masala, ground cumin, chilli powder, and turmeric. Pour this mixture over the chicken and mix well. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, though marinating for up to 24 hours will yield even better results.

Preheat your grill (broiler) to a medium-high setting. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on a wire rack set over a baking tray to catch any drippings.

Lightly brush the chicken with vegetable oil. Grill for approximately 8 minutes per side, or until the meat is completely cooked through and the edges are beautifully charred.