Each recipe uses:
500g chicken thigh or breast (minced or chunked depending on the method)
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional flavour boost: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp plain yogurt or olive oil + squeeze of lemon
Marinate for at least 2 hours (overnight = deeper flavour, no shortcuts)
Serving suggestions:
Serve with rice, naan, wraps, or keep it light with a fresh salad.
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🔥 1. Oven-Baked Tandoori Chicken Kebabs
You’ll need:
500g chicken thigh or breast, chunked
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil + lemon
Skewers or tray
Steps:
Mix chicken with seasoning and optional extras until fully coated.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Thread onto skewers or spread on a tray.
Bake at 220°C (fan) for 20–25 mins, turning halfway.
Finish under grill for extra char if you want it authentic.
Juicy, smoky, and proper takeaway vibes.
Serve with naan or rice.
🥘 2. Pan-Seared Tandoori Chicken Pieces
You’ll need:
500g chicken thigh or breast, diced
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil
1 tbsp oil
Steps:
Mix everything well.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
Cook for 8–10 mins, turning until nicely charred and cooked through.
Fast, bold, and perfect for wraps or bowls.
Add salad to keep it lean.
🌬️ 3. Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Bites
You’ll need:
500g chicken thigh or breast, diced
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil
Steps:
Mix until evenly coated.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Place in air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air fry at 180°C for 14–16 mins, shaking halfway.
Crispy edges, juicy centre.
This is your lazy high-protein win.
🔥 4. BBQ Tandoori Chicken Skewers
You’ll need:
500g chicken thigh or breast, chunked
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil + lemon
Skewers
BBQ
Steps:
Mix chicken with seasoning and extras.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Thread onto skewers.
Grill over medium-high heat for 10–12 mins, turning regularly.
Slight char is what you want. That’s the flavour.
Perfect for weekends, guests, or just doing it properly.
Serve with naan, salad, or rice.
🗡️ 5. Tandoori Chicken Meatstack (Vertical Style)
You’ll need:
500g minced chicken thigh or breast
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil
MeatSpike or skewer setup
Steps:
Mix until sticky and fully combined.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Pack tightly around the spike into a vertical shape.
Cook at 180°C for 25–30 mins (oven) or BBQ with lid closed.
Rest slightly, then slice from the outside.
Looks serious. Tastes even better.
Serve with wraps, rice, or salad.
🍞 6. Tandoori Chicken in a Loaf Tin
You’ll need:
500g minced chicken thigh or breast
2 tbsp Baharat Tandoori Seasoning
Optional: 1 grated onion, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp yogurt or olive oil
Loaf tin
Steps:
Mix until sticky and uniform.
Marinate for at least 2 hours.
Press firmly into a loaf tin.
Bake at 200°C (fan) for 35–40 mins.
Rest, remove, slice thin.
Simple method. Still delivers big flavour.
Serve with naan, rice, or salad.
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