Tandoori-Style Chicken with Cucumber Melon Relish

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. + marinating Grill: 15 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Naylet LaRochelle

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

We all need a quick meal that's deliciously healthy. I marinate the chicken before I leave for work, and when I get home, I grill the chicken and make the relish. My husband loves the spicy flavor. To amp up the heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes. —Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida

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Tandoori-Style Chicken with Cucumber Melon Relish

Yield:4 servings
Prep:20 min
Cook:15 min

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups reduced-fat plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons garam masala or curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped cantaloupe
  • 1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds, optional
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Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garam masala, salt and pepper flakes until blended. Pour 1 cup marinade into a large bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate up to 6 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
  2. For relish, in a small bowl, mix cantaloupe, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, mint and remaining lemon juice.
  3. Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bowl. Grill chicken, covered, on a lightly oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 6-8 minutes on each side. Serve with relish and reserved marinade. If desired, sprinkle with almonds.
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