{"id":2121175,"date":"2026-09-19T10:47:26","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T17:47:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goldenhousetucson.com\/chinese-food\/?p=2121175"},"modified":"2026-09-19T10:47:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T17:47:26","slug":"how-to-make-tandoori-inspired-chicken-high-protein-meal-prep-with-mint-yogurt-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goldenhousetucson.com\/chinese-food\/2026\/09\/19\/how-to-make-tandoori-inspired-chicken-high-protein-meal-prep-with-mint-yogurt-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Tandoori Inspired Chicken  High Protein Meal Prep With Mint Yogurt Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Date: <b>2026-09-18 21:45:32<\/b><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"wrap_aoa3e6b2\" class=\"aoa_wrap \">\n  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"player\" type=\"text\/html\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\"\r\n  \t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"width:750px;height:440px;\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yyvjRCSRcFU?enablejsapi=1\"\r\n  \t\t\t\t\tframeborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n    <div id=\"aoa3e6b2\" class=\"aoa_overlay \">\n        <div class=\"aoa_content\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\"><img style=\"margin:0 auto;max-height:400px;\" data-src=\"\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n        <span id=\"close_aoa3e6b2\" class=\"aoa_close\"><\/span>\n        <a id=\"close_btn_aoa3e6b2\" class=\"aoa_close_btn\" onclick=\"setVisibility('aoa3e6b2', 'none');\">&times;<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Greek yogurt is one of the best marinades for chicken and this tandoori inspired recipe is the proof. The lactic acid in yogurt breaks down the protein fibers slowly which means the chicken stays incredibly tender and juicy even at high heat. Kashmiri chili powder gives it that signature deep red color and mild heat without overwhelming the other spices. Garam masala, cumin, coriander, and ginger build the warm aromatic depth that makes tandoori chicken one of the most craveable dishes on earth.<\/p>\n<p>The mint yogurt sauce is non-negotiable. Cilantro, fresh mint, jalape\u00f1o, and lemon turn a simple yogurt into a cooling bright dipping sauce that balances every bold spice in the marinade. Make extra. You will put it on everything else you cook this week.<\/p>\n<p>TANDOORI CHICKEN<br \/>\n2 lb chicken thighs | \u00be cup plain Greek yogurt | 1 tbsp lemon | 1 tbsp Kashmiri chili powder | 1 tsp paprika | 1\u00bd tsp garlic powder | 1 tsp ground ginger | 1 tsp ground cumin | 1 tsp ground coriander | \u00bd tsp garam masala | \u00bd tsp black pepper | 1 tsp kosher salt | 1\u00bd tbsp avocado oil<\/p>\n<p>MINT YOGURT SAUCE<br \/>\n\u00bd cup plain Greek yogurt | \u00bc cup cilantro | 2 tbsp mint | 1 tbsp lemon | \u00bd small jalape\u00f1o | \u00bd tsp ground cumin | Pinch of salt<\/p>\n<p>Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for at least 2 hours or overnight. Cook in a cast iron skillet or grill at high heat until charred on the outside and cooked through. 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The lactic acid in yogurt breaks down the protein fibers slowly which means the chicken stays incredibly tender and juicy even at high heat. 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