Description
These Oven Grilled Tandoori Chicken Skewers are a delicious and healthy Indian-inspired main dish. Marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, and aromatic spices, the chicken is juicy, flavorful, and perfectly charred under the broiler. Great for weeknight dinners or entertaining!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and turmeric.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and mix until evenly coated. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for best flavor.
- Thread marinated chicken onto metal skewers (or soaked wooden skewers).
- Place skewers on the prepared wire rack and bake for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Broil for the final 3–5 minutes to achieve a slight char on the edges.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with naan, rice, or a fresh cucumber salad for a complete meal.
- You can use chicken breast if preferred, but thighs stay juicier.
- Adjust the chili powder to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked / Broiled
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 154
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 499mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0.02g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
