Tandoori Chicken Baskets Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, tandoori masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
• STEP 2.Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
• STEP 3.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken until cooked through and slightly charred.
• STEP 4.While the chicken is grilling, heat tortilla shells in a pan until crispy.
• STEP 5.Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
• STEP 6.Place the crispy tortilla shells in small baskets and fill them with the sliced tandoori chicken.
• STEP 7.Garnish with fresh cilantro and squeeze some lemon juice over the chicken.
• STEP 8.Serve the Tandoori Chicken Baskets as an appetizer or snack.

Cooking Tips

• For extra smoky flavor, you can add a few drops of liquid smoke to the marinade.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the chicken in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes.
• To make the tortilla shells crispy, brush them with a little oil before heating them in the pan.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Tandoori Chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the chicken in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
• Serve the Tandoori Chicken Baskets as an appetizer or snack with mint chutney or yogurt dip.