Tandoori Chicken Burger

Tandoori Chicken Burger is a delightful fusion dish combining traditional Indian flavors with the classic burger experience. Juicy grilled chicken marinated in aromatic spices is served in a soft bun, creating a high-protein meal that's both satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Tandoori masala - 2 tablespoons
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2 pieces
• Lettuce leaves - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, sliced
• Cilantro chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, tandoori masala, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Cut the chicken breast into burger-sized fillets and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add cooking oil.
4. Grill the marinated chicken fillets for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and charred, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 75°C.
5. While the chicken is cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill until golden brown.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a grilled chicken fillet on the bottom half of each bun, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, onion rings, and a generous spread of cilantro chutney.
7. Top with the other half of the bun, serve immediately, and enjoy your Tandoori Chicken Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and recovery.
• Contains beneficial spices like ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory properties.

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