Chicken Tikka
24 June, 2024
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Chicken tikka
Chicken tikka is a popular Indian dish known for its flavorful marinade and tender, grilled chicken. Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken tikka!
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon paprika or Kashmiri red chili powder for color
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Skewers
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, paprika or chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, salt, and vegetable oil. Mix well.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight to let the flavors penetrate the chicken.
Preheat the Grill:
- If using a grill, preheat it to medium-high heat. If you don't have a grill, you can also use an oven. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Skewer the Chicken (if grilling):
- If you're grilling, thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. Leave a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Grill or Bake the Chicken:
- If grilling, place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has charred edges.
- If baking, arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, flipping halfway through.
Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the chicken tikka from the grill or oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve hot with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and mint chutney or your favorite dipping sauce. You can also serve it with naan bread or rice for a complete meal.
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