Tandoori Chicken Burger

Name: Tandoori Chicken Burger
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Chicken breasts', 'amount': '4, boneless and skinless'}; {'ingredient': 'Yogurt', 'amount': '1 cup, plain'}; {'ingredient': 'Tandoori masala', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger paste', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic paste', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Coriander powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Red chili powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Burger buns', 'amount': '4, toasted'}; {'ingredient': 'Mayonnaise', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lettuce leaves', 'amount': '4, for topping'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1, sliced'}

Experience a burst of flavors with this Tandoori Chicken Burger, a delightful fusion of Indian spices and classic burger elements. The succulent chicken is marinated in a vibrant blend of yogurt and traditional tandoori masala, resulting in a juicy and aromatic burger. Topped with fresh lettuce, crisp onion, and juicy tomato, all nestled in a toasted bun, this burger is a mouthwatering twist on the traditional. Serve it alongside a cooling yogurt sauce or spicy chutney for a truly unforgettable meal. The origins of tandoori cooking can be traced back to the Indian subcontinent, where meats were traditionally cooked in a clay oven called a tandoor, imparting a unique smokiness and flavor.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Chicken breasts (4, boneless and skinless)
Yogurt (1 cup, plain)
Tandoori masala (2 tablespoons)
Ginger paste (1 tablespoon)
Garlic paste (1 tablespoon)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
Salt (1 teaspoon)
Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
Cumin powder (1 teaspoon)
Coriander powder (1 teaspoon)
Red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Burger buns (4, toasted)
Mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
Lettuce leaves (4, for topping)
Tomato (1, sliced)
Onion (1, sliced)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, tandoori masala, ginger paste, garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder to create the marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat them thoroughly. Cover and let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes to retain its juices.
While the chicken is resting, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
Place a lettuce leaf on top of the mayonnaise.
Add a grilled chicken breast on top of the lettuce.
Top with sliced tomato and onion for added crunch and flavor.
Finish by covering with the top half of the bun.
Serve the Tandoori Chicken Burgers with a side of yogurt sauce or chutney for an extra layer of flavor.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 18g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 35g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 3g

Tandoori Chicken Burger

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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