Tandoori Chicken

Recipe posted by VegasLoser on LCT Forum

Prep Time: 15 min . Cook Time: 20 min.

Servings: 4

Marinade time: 4 hours

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tsp turmeric

2 tsp paprika

2 tsp fresh ginger root, finely shredded

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 tsp salt

1 tsp curry powder

1 tsp ground cardamom

½ tsp chili powder

¾ cup lowfat plain yogurt

Make deep diagonal cuts in the chicken. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Mix together next 9 ingredients in a bowl. Mix in the yogurt. Coat chicken completely with the tandoori mixture. Place in a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Place chicken on a preheated grill, brushing with extra tandoori mixture. Turn frequently until chicken is tender and juice runs clear, about 12 – 14 minutes. Remove, cover with foil, and continue cooking until the chicken is slightly blackened, about 5 – 10 more minutes.

Per serving: 276 calories, 6.8 gm fat, 23% calories from fat, cholesterol 108 mg., protein 45.0 gm., carbohydrates 6.8 gm, fiber 1.0 gm, sugar 4.2 gm, sodium 305 mg.

Diet points 6.4. NET CARBS: 5.8 gm.