Sizzling Street-Style Tandoori Chicken Skewers

Sizzling Street-Style Tandoori Chicken Skewers

Find the best recipe for Tandoori Chicken Skewers that will transport you straight to a bustling Indian street market. This Indian Street Food dish is perfect for your next get-together or weeknight dinner.

Time: Prep: 10 mins - Cook: 20 mins - Total: 30 mins
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Indian Street Food

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 1. Boneless chicken thighs
  • 800 g, cut into bite
  • sized pieces 2. Plain yogurt
  • 3/4 cup 3. Tandoori spice mix
  • 3 tablespoons 4. Lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons 5. Fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup, finely chopped for garnish 6. Green onions
  • 4, thinly sliced for garnish 7. Salt to taste 8. Black pepper
  • a pinch 9. Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the plain yogurt, tandoori spice mix, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat your grill or griddle pan to medium high heat.
  4. Thread the chicken onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece.
  5. Grill the skewers on both sides until cooked through and slightly charred, about 8 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro and green onions, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Tandoori spice mix can be found in most supermarkets or made at home by combining paprika, ground coriander, cumin, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and black pepper.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight for a deeper flavor. Adjust the heat of the spice mix according to your preference.

Cultural or Historical Background

The origin of Tandoori dates back to the Mughal Empire, where chefs would cook in large clay ovens called tandoors. Today, it's a popular street food across India and Pakistan, often served with naan bread or as skewers.