Chicken Tikka
Succulent, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, Chicken Tikka is a quintessential Indian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender cubes of boneless chicken breast marinated in a rich blend of plain yogurt, warming spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and paprika, and a zesty splash of lemon juice. After soaking up the aromatic marinade, the chicken is threaded onto skewers and grilled or oven-roasted to perfection, creating irresistibly smoky and lightly charred morsels. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes (plus marination) and an easy cooking process, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve these flavorful skewers with cooling mint chutney or a side of fresh salad, and watch them disappear in no time! Perfectly spiced and incredibly juicy, Chicken Tikka is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless chicken breast
- 150 grams Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are approximately the same size for even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, paprika, red chili powder, salt, and vegetable oil.
Mix the marinade well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Add the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for enhanced flavors.
Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use. This prevents them from burning during the grilling process.
Preheat the grill or preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) if using an oven.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving some space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Place the skewers on the grill or baking tray, and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally. Ensure the chicken is cooked through, with a light char on the outside.
Serve hot with mint chutney or your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 4133 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 150.7 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2144 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
