{"id":"recipe_33c8074bcf","slug":"tandoori-chicken","title":"Tandoori Chicken","description":"A classic Indian dish of juicy chicken marinated in a vibrant blend of yogurt and aromatic spices, roasted to smoky perfection.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":40,"totalMinutes":300,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 kg chicken drumsticks and thighs, skinless","name":"Chicken drumsticks","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"drumsticks and thighs","notes":"skinless, with deep gashes","group":"Protein","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 cup thick Greek yogurt","name":"Greek Yogurt","quantity":245,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"thick","notes":"Greek style or hung curd","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tbsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste","name":"Ginger-Garlic Paste","quantity":30,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"paste","notes":"equal parts ginger and garlic","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder","name":"Red Chili","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Kashmiri variety for bright red color","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp garam masala","name":"Garam Masala","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"to taste","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tbsp vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for marinade","group":"Marinade","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Clean the chicken pieces and pat them dry. Make 2-3 deep gashes on each piece to allow the marinade to penetrate.","group":"Preparation","title":"Clean the chicken pieces and pat them dry","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, half of the salt, and half of the red chili powder. Rub this over the chicken and let it rest for 20 minutes.","group":"First Marinade","title":"Mix lemon juice, half of the salt, and half of the red chili powder","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"First Marinade"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, remaining red chili powder, garam masala, remaining salt, and vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth.","group":"Second Marinade","title":"Combine the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, remaining red chili powder","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Second Marinade"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the chicken to the yogurt mixture and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.","group":"Marination","title":"Add the chicken to the yogurt mixture and coat thoroughly","timerMinutes":240,"sourceTitle":"Marination"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.","group":"Cooking","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Arrange chicken on the rack. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Turn the pieces over, baste with a little more oil or ghee, and bake for another 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the edges are slightly charred.","group":"Cooking","title":"Arrange chicken on the rack","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"For the best results, use hung curd or thick Greek yogurt to ensure the marinade sticks to the chicken. If you don't have a tandoor, a hot oven with a wire rack works perfectly to mimic the effect.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["North Indian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["roast"],"equipment":["Oven","Baking sheet","Wire rack","Mixing bowls"],"diet":["high_protein","keto","low_carb","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Approximately 2 pieces per person"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The chicken can be kept in the marinade for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to maintain texture.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat at 350°F (177°C) for 10 minutes."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_33c8074bcf%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=dec53643-e58b-4a79-a576-d99e6afa386e","imageAlt":"Tandoori Chicken — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["tandoori","chicken","indian","spicy","high protein","low carb","keto"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tandoori Chicken","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:11:13.687Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:11:13.687Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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