Jamaican Chicken Tikka
A popular Indian-inspired dish with marinated chicken, roasted in the oven and served with a side of pillowy naan bread.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastboneless and skinless
- ●1 cup soya yogurtplain, unflavored
- ●2 tablespoons jamaican jerk seasoningstore-bought or homemade
- ●2 tablespoons lemon juicefreshly squeezed
- ●2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oilfor brushing
- ●4-6 pieces naan breadpillowy, store-bought or homemade
- ●1 cup cucumber raitastore-bought or homemade
- ●1/4 cup chopped cilantrofreshly chopped
Instructions
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1. In a large bowl, whisk together soya yogurt, jamaican jerk seasoning, and lemon juice.
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2. Add the chicken breast to the marinade and mix until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
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3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
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4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
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5. Brush the chicken with ghee or vegetable oil and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
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6. While the chicken is cooking, heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
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7. Brush the naan bread with ghee or vegetable oil and grill for 1-2 minutes per side, or until lightly charred.
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8. To serve, slice the roasted chicken and serve with grilled naan bread, cucumber raita, and chopped cilantro.
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9. Garnish with additional cilantro, if desired.