Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kabobs

Name: Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kabobs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/4 cups plain yogurt; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 drops yellow food coloring, optional; 3 drops red food coloring, optional; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro; 1 medium lemon, cut into six wedges

When I prepare this recipe for Tandoori Chicken it brings back memories of my childhood and my rich Indian heritage. This has a nice spice level, but if you like your food on the mild side, then reduce each spice a little.

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups plain yogurt
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 drops yellow food coloring, optional
3 drops red food coloring, optional
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
1 medium lemon, cut into six wedges

Directions

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain and discard marinade. Thread chicken onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.
Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 10-15 minutes or until juices run clear, turning occasionally. Sprinkle with cilantro; garnish with lemon wedges.

Editor's Note

Look for garam masala in the spice aisle.

Nutrition Facts

1 kabob: 192 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 366mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat.

Originally published as Tandoori Grilled Chicken in Everyday Chicken Honda 2014