Citrus & Honey Tandoori Chicken 🍗🍊✨

New Tandoori Chicken Recipe: Citrus & Honey Tandoori Chicken 🍗🍊✨

Ingredients:

• 

  For the marinade:

  • 1 kg chicken (bone-in thighs, drumsticks, or whole)
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp grated orange zest
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or mustard oil

• For basting:

  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

• For garnish:

  • Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • Sliced red onion rings
  • Lemon or orange wedges

---

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken:

   • Make deep cuts in the chicken pieces to allow the marinade to penetrate.

2. Marinate:

   • In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, honey, orange zest, ginger-garlic paste, and all the spices. Mix well.
   • Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade, ensuring it gets into the cuts. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).

3. Preheat and prepare:

   • Preheat your grill, oven, or stovetop griddle to medium-high heat. If using an oven, preheat to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with foil or place a wire rack over a tray.

4. Cook the chicken:

   • Grill: Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the melted butter, honey, and lemon juice mixture.
   • Oven: Place the chicken on the prepared tray and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through. For a charred finish, broil for the last 3-5 minutes.
   • Stovetop: Cook the chicken on a griddle or heavy skillet, flipping and basting frequently until fully cooked and slightly charred.

5. Serve:

   • Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro, onion rings, and lemon or orange wedges.

---

Optional Variations:

• Replace chicken with tofu or paneer for a vegetarian version.
• Add roasted veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or onions to the grill for a complete meal.
• Use smoked chili powder for extra depth in flavor.