Grilled Tandoori Chicken Thighs
Marinate chicken thighs in a yogurt mixture with spices. The chicken is then grilled until cooked through.
The yogurt mixture helps to keep the chicken moist.
You can serve the chicken hot or cold.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 30, 2026Share
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Marinate chicken thighs in a yogurt mixture with spices. The chicken is then grilled until cooked through.
The yogurt mixture helps to keep the chicken moist.
You can serve the chicken hot or cold.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 12
2 (6 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground coriander
16 chicken thighs
olive oil spray
Instructions
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1
Mix yogurt, salt, ginger, pepper, and cloves in a bowl. Add garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and coriander. Set aside.
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2
Put chicken in a large plastic bag. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken and seal the bag. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
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3
Heat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
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4
Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Spray chicken with olive oil spray.
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5
Grill chicken for 2 minutes on each side. Then move to indirect heat and cook for 35 to 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature is 165 degrees F.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 349 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 21g
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Saturated Fat 6g
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Cholesterol 120mg
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Sodium 618mg
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Total Carbohydrate 5g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 34g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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