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.

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