Tandoori Chicken Skewers

Ingredients

• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ginger and garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 ½ lb skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch size pieces)

Steps

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine the ingredients to marinate the chicken: yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, red chili powder, cumin, garam masala, salt, turmeric, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Allow the chicken pieces to marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.

3. 3

   Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto wooden or metal skewers, pushing them until the end of the skewers. Make sure the chicken pieces are evenly distributed.

4. 4

   Preheat a griddle or grill pan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Place the chicken skewers on the griddle or grill pan, making sure they are evenly spaced. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning the skewers often to ensure even cooking and to achieve a nice char on the chicken.

6. 6

   Once the chicken is cooked through and has a golden color, remove the skewers from the heat.

7. 7

   Garnish the chicken skewers with freshly chopped cilantro and squeeze lemon wedges.