Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs
Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs feature juicy dark meat soaked in tangy yogurt and a warming mix of paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, and garlic. The grill adds smoky char while the spices bloom into a vibrant, aromatic crust. Ideal for backyard cookouts or a festive weeknight, it’s bold, savory, and deeply spiced without being too hot.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a bowl, stir together the yogurt, salt, ginger, pepper, and cloves. Mix in the garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Set aside.
- 2
Put the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken, press out the air, and seal the bag. Turn the bag several times to spread the marinade. Place the bag in a bowl and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, turning the bag occasionally.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill for direct medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off the excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Spray the chicken pieces with olive oil spray.
- 5
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 2 minutes. Turn and cook 2 minutes more. Then move the chicken thighs to indirect heat and cook until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 686.66 kcal High
- Protein 48.28 g Good Source
- Carbs 8.02 g Moderate
- Total Fat 49.35 g High
- Saturated Fat 14.13 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 279.8 mg High
- Sodium 466.53 mg High
- Fiber 1.47 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.96 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 139.01 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.22 mg Moderate
- Potassium 203.61 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 12.23 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.48 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs is an Indian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Fresh Ginger, and Ground Cinnamon. Each serving provides about 686.66 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Fresh Ginger, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs?
- About 55 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 686.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
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