Tandoori-Style Yogurt Chicken Tenders
Chicken tenders marinated in yogurt and tandoori spices, then baked until juicy and lightly charred.

Total
35 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Serves
2
Servings
Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 lb lb chicken tenders
- 3/4 cup cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp tbsp tandoori spice blend
- 2 cloves clove garlic
- 1 tbsp tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tbsp fresh cilantro(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tandoori spice blend, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
- 2
Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 10 minutes while you preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 3
Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if available. Arrange the tenders in a single layer, shaking off excess marinade.
- 4
Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F) and lightly charred at the edges.
- 5
Rest for 2 minutes, garnish with cilantro if using, and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
340
17% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
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