Tikka

Savor the rich, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine with this Tikka, featuring tender marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, it's sure to impress your guests.

• 500 grams boneless chicken thighs
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Method

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

2. 2

   Add the cubed chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

3. 3

   Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Skewer the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers or metal skewers.

5. 5

   Grill the chicken skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

6. 6

   Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

7. 7

   Serve the chicken tikka warm, accompanied by rice or pita bread and your favorite dipping sauces.