Description
Bold, spiced tandoori chicken paired with creamy, refreshing tzatziki sauce. A flavorful fusion recipe that’s perfect for grilling, meal prep, or light dinners.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp paprika
1½ tsp ground cumin
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tsp salt
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or mint
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
Add chicken, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). If baking, line a sheet pan with foil and place a rack on top.
Remove chicken from marinade and cook:
Grill: 6–8 minutes per side
Oven: 20–25 minutes, until cooked through and lightly charred
While chicken cooks, mix all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
Serve chicken hot with tzatziki on the side, plus naan or rice if desired.
Notes
Use bone-in chicken for more flavor—adjust cook time.
Add garam masala for a richer spice profile.
Swap dill with mint for a fresher tzatziki.
Slice chicken and serve in wraps with lettuce and onion.
Pair with grilled veggies for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled or Baked
- Cuisine: Indian-Mediterranean Fusion
