Restaurant-Style Chicken Tikka

Ingredients

• 500 g Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1.5‑inch cubes)
• 200 g Plain Yogurt (full‑fat, room temperature)
• 2 tbsp Ginger‑Garlic Paste (store‑bought or homemade)
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder (adjust to heat preference)
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Garam Masala
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Kasuri Methi (crush between palms)
• 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted)
• 1 tsp Chat Masala
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cut the Chicken

   Place the chicken breast on a clean cutting board and cut into uniform 1.5‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare the Marinade

   In a large mixing bowl combine yogurt, ginger‑garlic paste, lemon juice, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, kasuri methi, salt, and oil. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT10M

3. Marinate the Chicken

   Add the chicken cubes to the yogurt mixture, toss to coat evenly, cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best flavor).

   Time: PT2H

4. Preheat the Grill

   When ready to cook, preheat a grill pan on medium‑high heat or set the oven broiler to 200°C (400°F). Lightly oil the grill surface.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 200°C

5. Grill the Chicken

   Arrange the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer on the grill pan. Cook for 6‑8 minutes on each side, turning once, until the exterior is nicely charred and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 200°C

6. Baste with Butter Chat Masala

   While the chicken is still hot, brush each piece with melted butter mixed with chat masala. This adds shine and a tangy finish.

   Time: PT5M

7. Garnish and Serve

   Transfer the tikka to a serving plate, sprinkle chopped cilantro, and serve with lemon wedges and onion rings.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

25g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

12g

Fiber

1g