Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Skewers (Chicken Tikka)

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Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Skewers (Chicken Tikka)

These Easy Grilled Tandoori Chicken Skewers are marinated in Greek yogurt and spices for juicy, tender chicken with big flavor—perfect for a simple summer dinner or appetizer.

Prep Time20

Cook Time15

Marinating Time5

Total Time5 35

Course: Appetizer, Dinner

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat

Keyword: Barbecue Recipes, Chicken Recipes, Chicken Skewers, Chicken Thighs, Grilled Chicken Satay, Tandoori Chicken

Servings: skewers

Calories: 76kcal

Author: Alisa Infanti

Ingredients

2 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp paprika
2 tsp coriander powder
1 ½ tsp garam masala
¾ tsp cumin
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp melted butter or ghee

Instructions

Cut the chicken thighs into 1" cubes and place in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, add the paprika, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin, salt and pepper and mix well to combine.
Add the Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice and spice blend to the bowl with the chicken and use a spoon to mix well to coat the chicken. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and let the chicken marinate in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes but 5 hours or overnight is preferred for greater flavor.
Preheat the barbecue to medium heat. Thread the chicken onto skewers.
Grill for about 15 minutes, flipping when the chicken easily releases from the grill to ensure even cooking on all sides. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove the chicken from the grill and baste with the melted butter or ghee before serving.

Notes

Storage:

Store leftovers in a tightly sealed container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or eat cold.

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