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Tandoori Chicken

Savory Tandoori Chicken: A Keto-Friendly Delight at Home

This Tandoori Chicken delivers a flavorful punch while being keto-friendly and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Yogurt Full-fat recommended
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Spices
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • Plastic wrap
  • Broiler
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tandoori Chicken
  1. Prep the Chicken: Rub salt, black pepper, and lime juice over the chicken thighs. Set aside while you prepare the marinade.
  2. Make the Marinade: Combine yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and paprika in a bowl and mix until blended.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Coat seasoned chicken in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 6–24 hours.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Preheat broiler, arrange marinated chicken on a wire rack, and broil for 15–20 minutes. Flip and cook for another 10 minutes.
  5. Alternative Baking Method: Preheat oven to 450°F; arrange chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor. Use full-fat yogurt for moisture. Monitor cooking to prevent burning.

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