Golden Baked Chicken Tikka To Ring In Your New Year With Extra Protein

By Shreya Sarpal

December 31, 2025

Oven-baked to tender perfection, this high-protein chicken tikka is bursting with bold spices and smoky flavour, offering a healthy yet indulgent option to celebrate the New Year. Check out this recipe now.

Ingredients

300 g cubed chicken breast ½ cup hung curd 1½ tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder ½ tsp cumin powder ½ tsp garam masala 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp olive oil Salt to taste

Step 1

Combine hung curd, spices, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to prepare the marinade.

Step 2

Add chicken cubes and coat thoroughly for even seasoning.

Step 3

Marinate for at least 1 hour to keep the chicken tender and flavourful.

Step 4

Arrange chicken on skewers and place on a baking rack or tray.

Step 5

Bake at 200°C for 20-22 minutes, flipping once, until cooked and lightly charred.