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Grilled Chicken Thighs Tandoori

SUBMITTED BY: DIANA F  PHOTO BY: mika707 

"Moist, luscious, and delicious. Just the right blend of spices make this chicken dish one of my most requested. Great hot or cold. If using thighs with skin, you can put over direct medium heat for the last few minutes to crisp skin."
Grilled Chicken Thighs Tandoori Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 99 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  45 Min
READY IN  8 Hrs 55 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 (6 ounce) containers plain yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 16 chicken thighs
  • olive oil spray

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, salt, pepper, cloves, and ginger. Mix in garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Set aside.
  2. Rinse chicken under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour yogurt mixture over chicken, press air out of bag, and seal. Turn the bag over several times to distribute marinade. Place bag in a bowl, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for direct medium heat.
  4. Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. With paper towels, wipe off excess marinade. Spray chicken pieces with olive oil spray.
  5. Place chicken on the grill, and cook about 2 minutes. Turn, and cook 2 minutes more. Then arrange the chicken to receive indirect heat, and cook approximately 35 to 40 minutes, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 29, 2007 by Lovetoeat 
This chicken was really wonderful; the smell alone makes it worth cooking. I cooked mine in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 20, 2005 by Christine 
The aroma of this dish cooking makes your mouth water! I used boneless/skinless thighs, as my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 25, 2005 by COOKER476 
We have made this chicken twice in the last week. Each time we have made 1/2 of the recipe. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 11, 2007 by MommyFromSeattle 
I have been pleasantly surprised at how good this recipe has been. I use boneless, skinless... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 16, 2006 by CINDYG99 
Having been to India, and living in Malaysia which has a very large Indian population, I know... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 1, 2008 by MEEMEEBULUGA 
I took another reviewer's suggestion and left the marinade on and baked the chicken in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 7, 2007 by RAJEUNIR 
Wow, this was a great recipe - Incredibly flavorful and fragrant! I served the chicken with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 19, 2007 by VbCook 
This was really good. I did add some lemon juice to the marinade, and I like spicy food so I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 20, 2008 by KIMMIEGIRL253 
Excellent flavor Diana! Followed the recipe except that I did not have the ground cloves. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.35 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 19, 2005 by BOONOWUNO 
Excellent! Spicy, moist and juicy. I had to try this recipe out before I sprang it on guests... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Grilled Chicken Thighs Tandoori

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 349

  • Total Fat: 20.6g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 608mg
  • Total Carbs: 5.4g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
  • Protein: 34.2g

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