Chicken Tandoori Masala Recipe
Ingredients
1) Chicken
2) Curd
3) kashmiri red chilli powder
4) coriander powder
5) turmeric powder
6) salt
7) turmeric powder
8) cumin powder
9) garam masala powder
10) pepper powder
11) ginger garlic paste
12) tandoori masala
13) garlic
14) onion
15) tomato
16) coriander
17) oil
Let’s Start Recipe
Today, I am going to share with you an absolutely delicious, easy-to-make Chicken Tandoori Masala recipe. It’s so flavorful and simple that you will love it. Pair it with rice & paratha, or naan**, and it will double the enjoyment!
You must have tasted this dish at restaurants, and now you can make it at home in no time. This recipe is really easy, so be sure to try it out and share your feedback with us. If you like our recipes, don’t forget to **like**, **share** with your friends.
Step 1: Preparing the Chicken
Start with **1 kg chicken**. Wash the chicken thoroughly using salted water and drain out all excess water. Ensure there’s no moisture left in the chicken. You can leave it in a colander for a few minutes so that all the water drains out. Once done, make some cuts in the chicken pieces to allow the marinade to penetrate.
Step 2: Preparing the Marinade
In a bowl, take **1 cup (200g) yogurt**. To this, add:
1) 1 tsp ginger paste
2) ½ tsp garlic paste
3) ½ tsp turmeric powder
4) ½ tsp cumin powder
5) ½ tsp garam masala powder
6) 1 tsp black pepper powder (adjust to your taste)
7) 1 tbsp tandoori masala powder
Mix all these ingredients well to make a smooth paste. Now, coat the chicken with this marinade and rub it well into the chicken using your hands. Let the chicken marinate for **at least 30 minutes**. For best results, you can marinate the chicken for **2-3 hours**.
Step 3: Preparing the Gravy
Heat **3 tbsp mustard oil** in a pan. Let it heat up properly, then turn off the gas and let it cool down slightly. Once it’s a little cool, add **6-7 garlic cloves** (crushed). Fry the garlic for a few seconds, and then turn on the gas to medium heat. Once the garlic starts turning golden brown, add **4 medium-sized onions**, finely chopped, and sauté them until golden brown.
Step 4: Cooking the Chicken
To the onions, add **2 large tomatoes**, chopped. Sauté the tomatoes for about **3-4 minutes** until they soften. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook on **high flame** for about **5 minutes**, stirring occasionally.
After 5 minutes, reduce the flame to medium and let the chicken cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. Check the chicken every 10 minutes to make sure it doesn’t stick to the pan.
Step 5: Preparing the Gravy
Once the chicken is almost cooked, check if there’s enough gravy. If you want a more gravy-based dish, add **½ cup of water**. Mix well, and let it cook for another **5 minutes** on low flame.
Step 6: Finishing the Dish
After the chicken is cooked, and you have the desired consistency of the gravy, turn off the heat. To give the dish an authentic smoky flavor, **smoke the dish** using a piece of burning charcoal. Place a small piece of burning charcoal in a bowl, add a few drops of oil on top, and place the bowl inside the pot with the chicken.
Cover the pot and let the smoke infuse for **1 minute**. After 1 minute, remove the bowl and open the lid. This will add an extra smoky flavor to your chicken.
Step 7: Final Touches
Garnish the **Chicken Tandoori Masala** with some finely chopped **coriander leaves**. You can serve it with **paratha, or rice** for a complete meal.
Step 8: Serving
Enjoy your **homemade Chicken Tandoori Masala**, which tastes just as good as the one you order at restaurants! This dish is perfect for a family dinner or special occasions. Be sure to try it, and let us know how it turns out!
Tip
This **Chicken Tandoori Masala** is incredibly easy to make, and you can enjoy it with your loved ones right at home. We hope you love it as much as we do. If you enjoy this recipe, please **like** and **comment** to our post.
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