Tandoori Chicken Yogurt Spiced (Printable Version)

Tender chicken thighs marinated in aromatic yogurt and spices, grilled for rich flavor. #tandoori #indianfood #spicychicken

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 lime, juiced
03 - 3/4 teaspoon table salt
04 - 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
05 - 7 ounces plain Greek yogurt
06 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
08 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin
09 - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

# Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, combine lime juice, salt, black pepper, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, minced ginger, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, and ground cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly to form a smooth marinade.
02 - Add boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to infuse.
03 - Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill or bake the marinated chicken for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
04 - Serve the tandoori chicken hot, accompanied by rice, naan, and chutney as desired.

# Notes:

01 - To adjust the heat level, modify the amount of cayenne pepper in the marinade.
02 - For enhanced aromatics, a dash of garam masala can be added to the marinade.