How to Make Chicken Tikka (Indian Barbecued Chicken)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Thaw the chicken

   Take the boneless chicken pieces or strips and cut them into pieces.
   
   Make each piece about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long and wide.
   
   You do not need to be very precise
   - just make sure they are the right size to fit on a skewer.
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   Step 2: if frozen.

   The quantity of yogurt should be just enough to cover all the chicken pieces. , Finally, add a teaspoon of ginger-garlic paste on the top. ,, This allows the chicken to absorb more flavor. , Line a pan with aluminum foil and keep it aside. , You will notice that fat drips out of the chicken into the pan. , If you plan to consume it in stages, leave the rest back in the oven to keep it warm (but ensure you switch off the oven first). ,
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   Step 3: Add a scoop of plain (preferably refrigerated) yogurt into a bowl.

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   Step 4: Sprinkle a teaspoon of turmeric powder and red chili powder on top of the yogurt.

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   Step 5: Stir the entire mixture in the bowl with a spoon or fork for 5 minutes and drop in the chicken pieces one at a time with one hand

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   Step 6: stirring the mixture in the bowl with your other hand using the fork or spoon.

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   Step 7: Cover the bowl with cling foil and let it stand in the fridge for about 30 minutes (but you can leave it in overnight

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   Step 8: if you have the time).

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   Step 9: Preheat your oven to about 450 degrees when you are ready.

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    Step 10: Bake the chicken for about 10 to 15 minutes.

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    Step 11: Carefully remove the pan from the oven and carefully remove the chicken pieces off of the skewers and into a serving dish.

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    Step 12: Serve hot with green chutney or mango chutney or eat as is.

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