Best Tandoori Chicken BBQ Recipe (Grilled with Smoky Flavor)

Ingredients

10 Chicken Leg Quarters (skinless)

2 tsp. Yogurt

2 tbsp. Ginger Garlic Paste

Juice of 1 Large Lemon (or 2 small limes)

2 tbsp. Kashmiri Chili or Paprika

4 tsp. Coriander Powder

4 tsp. Cumin Powder

3 tsp. Red Chili Powder

1 tsp. Turmeric Powder

1 tsp. Black Pepper Powder

5 tsp. Kosher Salt

2 tbsp. Fenugreek Powder (Methi)

Oil to Bind Ingredients Together

2 tbsp. Tandoori Masala (Optional)

Directions

Marinate:

1. Wash chicken quarters thoroughly.
2. Use 1 small lime or lemon to clean the chicken and let it soak for 20 minutes.
3. Cut slashes in the chicken quarters so the marinate penetrates. 
4. Mix the ingredients together in the list above and taste for salt and lemon for your own preference.
5. Marinate overnight covered for at least 10 to 12 hours.

BBQ:

1. Prep charcoals until they are white and fully lit.
2. Skewer the chickens on flat skewers or lay on the BBQ grill.
3. Turn chicken every few minutes ensuring an even cook on both sides. 
4. Cook until internal temperature registers for 165F.
5. Serve with lime, onions, and rice.

Tips

• For best results marinate overnight in refrigerator. If not, marinate on counter for at least 2-3hrs. 
• Coals should be white and ashed over, not on fire or unlit. 
• Sprinkle lime juice after its finished for an amazing tang.