Smoky & Juicy Tandoori Chicken Yogurt Bites!

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Islamabad: Looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dish for Ramzan iftar? These Tandoori Chicken Yogurt Bites are packed with bold spices, creamy yogurt, and a smoky aroma that makes them irresistible. With a crispy yet juicy texture, this dish is perfect for impressing family and guests at the iftar table. 

Ingredients

For Tandoori Chicken:

Boneless chicken thighs – 500g 

Yogurt – 1 pack 

Chili sauce – 2 tbsp 

Tandoori masala – 1 ½ tbsp 

Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp 

Red chili powder – 1 tsp 

Lemon juice – 2 tbsp 

Oil – 1 tbsp 

Oil (for frying) – as required 

Heated coal – 1-2 pieces (for smoke) 

Oil – ½ tsp (for smoke) 

For Yogurt Sauce:

Yogurt – ½ pack 

Onion (chopped) – ½ cup 

Green coriander (chopped) – ½ cup 

Chaat masala – 1 tsp 

Mint leaves – 8-10 

Salt – 1 tsp 

Oil – 2 tbsp 

Garlic (chopped) – 1 tsp 

Recipe Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

– In a bowl, mix chicken, Nestlé MilkPak Yogurt, chili sauce, tandoori masala, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, salt, lemon juice, and oil.

– Let it marinate for 20-30 minutes for maximum flavor. 

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

– Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the marinated chicken until fully cooked and golden brown. 

Step 3: Infuse the Smoky Flavor

– Once cooked, turn off the flame. 

– Place heated coal in an aluminum foil cup in the center of the pan. 

– Drizzle ½ tsp oil over the coal and immediately cover the pan with a lid. 

– Let the chicken absorb the smoky flavor for 1-2 minutes.

Step 4: Prepare the Yogurt Sauce

– In a bowl, mix Yogurt, onion, green coriander, chaat masala, mint leaves and salt.

Step 5: Cook the Sauce

– Heat  2 tbsp oil in a pan and sauté chopped garlic for a minute. 

– Add the prepared yogurt mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened. 

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

– Drizzle the warm yogurt sauce over the smoky tandoori chicken. 

– Serve hot and enjoy the juicy, flavorful bites! 

This dish is not only delicious but also a quick and effortless way to bring a touch of restaurant-style flavors to your home. Perfect for iftar gatherings or any special occasion!