Chicken Tikka

Transport your taste buds straight to a bustling Indian kitchen with this flavorful and aromatic Chicken Tikka recipe! This iconic dish features juicy, marinated chunks of boneless chicken breast infused with a tantalizing blend of Indian spices like garam masala, paprika, and cumin, all enveloped in a creamy yogurt base. The secret lies in marinating the chicken for hours—preferably overnight—for maximum flavor absorption. Grilled to perfection or baked for convenience, each skewer boasts tender, smoky, and slightly charred pieces of chicken that are irresistibly succulent. Ready in just 45 minutes (excluding marination time), this easy Chicken Tikka is perfect as a party appetizer or a main dish, served with mint chutney or a squeeze of fresh lemon. Whether you're grilling or oven-cooking, this restaurant-style recipe ensures you’ll enjoy an authentic Indian culinary experience right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless chicken breast
• 150 grams Plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 8 pieces Wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are approximately the same size for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, paprika, red chili powder, salt, and vegetable oil.

Step 3

Mix the marinade well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for enhanced flavors.

Step 5

Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use. This prevents them from burning during the grilling process.

Step 6

Preheat the grill or preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) if using an oven.

Step 7

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving some space between each piece to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Place the skewers on the grill or baking tray, and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally. Ensure the chicken is cooked through, with a light char on the outside.

Step 9

Serve hot with mint chutney or your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(764.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1129.2

Total Fat 48.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.3g
Cholesterol 439mg	0%
Sodium 4132.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 150.7g	0%

Vitamin D 72IU	0%
Calcium 411.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2143.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 52.2%

Carbs: 10.0%