Irresistible Charcoal Grilled Tandoori Chicken

Ingredients

- 1 cup full-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the full-fat yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, oil, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and salt. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and the spices are fully incorporated.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
- Rinse the chicken breasts and thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Place the chicken pieces in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Seal the bag (if using) and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat. For best results, marinate overnight.

3. Prepare the Charcoal Grill:
- About 30 minutes before you plan to cook, light your charcoal grill. Arrange the charcoal for even heat distribution, aiming for a medium-high heat level.

4. Grill the Chicken:
- Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while the grill heats up.
- Once the grill is hot, lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.
- Place the chicken pieces on the grill, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Grill the chicken for approximately 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer. Make sure to develop a nice char on the outside.

5. Rest and Serve:
- Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This helps the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a juicier texture.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Marination Time: PT2H
2 hours
- Cooking Time: PT16M
16 minutes

Total Time

- PT2H31M
2 hours and 31 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Grilled Tandoori Chicken
- Charcoal Grilled Chicken
- Tandoori Recipe
- Easy Grilled Chicken
- Indian Grilled Chicken
- Yogurt Marinade Chicken
- Spiced Chicken Dinner
- Grilled Dinner Idea
- Smoky Chicken
- Grill Recipe

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 820 calories for the entire dish

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