Indian Barbeque Chicken

Marinate the chicken overnight for a deliciously flavorful and tender chicken dish. This is an adaptation of Tandoori style chicken, minus the red coloring.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 368 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon meat tenderizer
• 3 tablespoons ground cumin
• 3 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
• 2 cups plain yogurt, divided
• 2 tablespoons ground coriander

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat grill for medium heat.

Step 2

Make shallow crosswise slits in the meat of the chicken parts to help absorb more flavor. Mix together the lemon juice and meat tenderizer; rub into the chicken meat. Place chicken into a shallow dish.

Step 3

Place 1/2 cup yogurt, cumin, coriander, cilantro, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and garlic into a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, and stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups of yogurt. Pour over the chicken parts, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or overnight.

Step 4

Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove chicken from the marinade, and discard any remaining marinade. Grill chicken 30 to 45 minutes, turning frequently to prevent burning, until juices run clear. Smaller pieces will finish cooking first.