Tandoori-Style Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Tandoori-Style Chicken
775 min.
8
153kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Tandoori-Style Chicken, a dish that brings the essence of Indian cuisine right to your dining table. This gluten-free recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a hearty meal without compromising on taste or dietary needs. With its rich blend of spices and tangy yogurt marinade, this chicken dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a healthy choice for lunch or dinner.

Imagine succulent, boneless chicken breast halves marinated in a symphony of spices, including paprika, cumin, and cardamom, all harmonizing to create a mouthwatering experience. The addition of lemon juice adds a refreshing zing, while the optional food coloring gives the chicken a stunning, appetizing appearance. Whether you're hosting a family gathering or simply treating yourself to a flavorful meal, this Tandoori-Style Chicken is sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just over 12 hours, this dish allows the flavors to meld beautifully, ensuring that each bite is bursting with taste. Once baked to perfection, the chicken emerges tender and juicy, ready to be garnished with fresh lemon slices for an extra touch of brightness. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as your guests savor every bite. Dive into this culinary adventure and elevate your dining experience with this exquisite Tandoori-Style Chicken!

Ingredients

  • pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon water 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • cup yogurt plain
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • 0.5 teaspoon food coloring red yellow
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  •  garlic clove crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Place chicken in glass or plastic bowl.
  2. Mix water and mustard; stir in remaining ingredients.
  3. Pour over chicken; turn to coat well with marinade.
  4. Cover and refrigerate at least 12 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  5. Heat oven to 375°F.
  6. Remove chicken from marinade; place chicken in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches.
  7. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut.
  8. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein68.45%
Fat24.71%
Carbs6.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.25
Glycemic Load
0.33
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.391304376333%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.73kcal
7.64%
Fat:4.06g
6.25%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.15%
Carbohydrates:2.53g
0.84%
Net Carbohydrates:2.27g
0.83%
Sugar:1.67g
1.86%
Cholesterol:76.56mg
25.52%
Sodium:583.26mg
25.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.3g
50.6%
Vitamin B3:11.92mg
59.59%
Selenium:37.23µg
53.19%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
43.9%
Phosphorus:271.03mg
27.1%
Vitamin B5:1.76mg
17.59%
Potassium:490.89mg
14.03%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.67%
Magnesium:35.47mg
8.87%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.91%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.78%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Vitamin C:4.62mg
5.6%
Vitamin A:269.24IU
5.38%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.05%
Calcium:46.78mg
4.68%
Iron:0.62mg
3.47%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.56%
Folate:8.54µg
2.14%
Copper:0.04mg
2.1%
Fiber:0.26g
1.03%