Spiced, juicy chunks of chicken marinated in yogurt and warm Indian spices, grilled or roasted to perfection — a flavorful favorite for skewers, wraps, or bowls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
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1 cup plain yogurt (preferably full-fat)
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp ginger paste
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1 tbsp garlic paste
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1 tsp garam masala
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1 tsp cumin
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1 tsp coriander
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1 tsp turmeric
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1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder (or mix paprika + chili)
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp oil (mustard or neutral)
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Optional: red food coloring
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until smooth.
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Add chicken cubes and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Thread chicken onto soaked wooden skewers or metal ones.
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Grill, broil, or air fry until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred (internal temp 165°F).
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Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with lemon juice and cilantro, and serve.