TANDOORI CHICKEN II

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A paste made from a combination of spices and dried peppers is the secret to this spicy grilled chicken recipe. No long marinating time is required; the chicken can be prepared in the time it takes to get the coals hot.

Provided by DAKOTAGIRL

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

½ teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 tablespoons water
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

Preheat grill for high heat.
In a medium bowl, mix curry powder, red pepper flakes, salt, ginger, paprika, cinnamon, and turmeric with water to form a smooth paste. Rub paste into chicken breasts, and place them on a plate. Cover, and allow to marinate for 20 minutes.
Brush grate with oil. Place chicken on the grill, and cook 6 to 8 minutes on each side, until juices run clear when pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 134.3 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 49.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 357.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g