Over the past few years, I have really fallen in love love with Indian food, and this grilled tandoori chicken is no exception. It’s juicy, tender, and has so much authentic Indian flavor. While some Indian cuisine seems daunting and complicated because of the unfamiliar ingredients and the cooking process itself, this tandoori chicken recipe is easy-peasy, very straightforward, and you can get the ingredients at almost any grocery store. As we enter grilling season, I urge you to put down that bottle of barbecue sauce — we’ve all had barbecued chicken a million times! You will thank yourself later because this chicken is delish. Served with jasmine or basmati rice, this fast and easy grilled chicken recipe belongs in your dinner rotation.
Grilled Tandoori Chicken Ingredients
The tandoori chicken and flavorful marinade are both so easy to prepare. Gather the following ingredients:
For the tandoori chicken marinade:
Greek yogurt Garlic Lemon juice Garam masala (available in the spice aisle of your regular store) Paprika Turmeric Cumin Coriander Ginger Salt and pepper Cayenne pepper Chicken breasts
For the dipping sauce:
Greek yogurt Olive oil Apple cider vinegar Honey Salt and pepper Fresh cilantro
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Grill Tandoori Chicken
This is arguably the easiest grilled chicken recipe EVER. Here’s an overview of how the Indian-inspired tandoori chicken comes together:
Storage and Reheating Instructions
In the fridge: Let the chicken cool before storing in an airtight container. It will last up to 5 days. In the freezer: Leftover chicken can be sealed in a freezer bag and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating. To reheat: Warm leftover chicken in the microwave at 30-second intervals.
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