Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka

Name: Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka - Luminita B.
Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs; 3 onions; sliced thin; 2 tablespoons cumin seeds; zest and juice of 1 lemon; 1 handful of chopped coriander; salt; pepper; Tikka paste:; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds; 2 tablespoons cumin; 2 tablespoons garlic flakes (garlic powder); 2 teaspoons chili powder; 5 teaspoons turmeric; 1 tablespoon dried mint; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 150 ml white wine vinegar; 150 ml oil

Meat - Oven-Baked Chicken Tikka by Luminita B. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious chicken tikka recipe, the first essential step is to prepare the tikka paste. In a large enough bowl, mix all the necessary ingredients: freshly grated ginger, crushed garlic, chili powder, ground coriander, cumin, and any other preferred spices. Once the ingredients are well combined, use an electric grinder or a mortar to turn them into a fine, homogeneous paste. It is important that all the flavors blend perfectly to achieve an intense taste. After obtaining the paste, add lemon juice and white wine vinegar, mixing well to give it a pleasant acidity and fresh aroma. In a pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the spice mixture and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the spices to reveal their flavors, and the paste to thicken slightly. Remember to stir constantly to prevent burning. After achieving a good consistency, let the paste cool. To continue, prepare the chicken. Take the chicken thighs and coat them with 5 tablespoons of tikka paste, ensuring they are evenly covered on all sides. This will allow the spices to penetrate the meat, providing a distinct flavor. Place the coated thighs in a container and let them refrigerate for about an hour to allow the flavors to infuse. After marinating the chicken, place it in a heat-resistant dish along with all the ingredients, being careful to exclude the onion for the moment. Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste, then place the dish in the preheated oven at 190 degrees Celsius. After 20 minutes, add the sliced onion evenly over the chicken. This will take on a soft texture and a sweet aroma, perfectly complementing the chicken. Continue baking the dish for another 45 minutes, or until the thighs are fully cooked, and the onion has softened beautifully. In the end, you will achieve a juicy chicken tikka, full of flavors, perfect to be served alongside basmati rice or naan. Enjoy this delicious recipe and savor every bite!