Chicken Tikka recipe

Certainly! Chicken Tikka is a popular dish in Pakistani cuisine, known for its flavorful marination and grilling. Here's a simple recipe for Chicken Tikka Pakistani style:

**Ingredients:**

**For Marinade:**

1. 500g boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces

2. 1 cup plain yogurt

3. 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste

4. 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

5. 1 teaspoon red chili powder

6. 1 teaspoon coriander powder

7. 1 teaspoon garam masala

8. Salt to taste

9. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

10. Juice of 1 lemon

**For Cooking:**

1. Skewers (wooden or metal, if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes)

2. Cooking oil for grilling

**For Garnish:**

1. Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

2. Lemon wedges

**Instructions:**

1. **Marination:**

   - In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, vegetable oil, and lemon juice.

   - Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator for better flavor absorption.

2. **Skewering:**

   - Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.

   - Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.

3. **Grilling:**

   - Brush the grill with some oil to prevent sticking.

   - Grill the chicken skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char on the outside.

4. **Serve:**

   - Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with lemon wedges.

**Optional:**

   - You can also serve Chicken Tikka with mint chutney and naan or rice for a complete meal.

Enjoy your delicious Chicken Tikka, Pakistani style!