Grilled Chicken Tikka

Name: Grilled Chicken Tikka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 750 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, more finely chopped for garnish; 2 tablespoons ginger paste; 3 tablespoons garlic paste; 3 to 4 tablespoons garam masala; 6 peppercorns, or 2 small dry red chilies; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon orange food coloring, optional; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch chunks; 1 large onion, sliced into thin rings; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice; 1 teaspoon chaat masala, more to taste; Naan or basmati rice, for serving; Lime or lemon wedges, for serving

Chicken Tikka consists of spice-marinated chicken chunks, typically grilled on skewers.

⭐ 3.7 (166 reviews) Prep: 15 minCook: 15 minTotal: 750 minYields: 8 servings

Category Tags:

Appetizer Lunch Dinner

Cuisine Tags:

Indian

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Instructions

Preheat a grill to medium-high or the oven to 400 F with a rack in the upper portion.
Process coriander, ginger, garlic, garam masala, peppercorns, salt, and optional food coloring in a food processor until a smooth paste forms.
Transfer the paste to a large bowl, mix in yogurt and adjust seasonings. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, spacing pieces for even cooking.
Cook skewers on the preheated grill or oven, using a tray for drippings, for 12 to 15 minutes until browned and tender.
Combine onion rings with lime juice and chaat masala in a separate bowl; mix to coat.
Top cooked chicken with prepared onions, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve with naan or Basmati rice.