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4.17 from 6 votes

Tandoori Chicken Meatballs

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 246kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken breast
  • ¼ cup unseasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the yogurt sauce

  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ¼ teaspoon coriander
  • /4 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350F. Spread the oil onto the center of a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, bread crumbs, egg, cilantro, lemon juice, and spices. Mix gently to combine. Form into 12 balls (a medium cookie scoop is perfect for this.) Arrange the meatballs on the baking sheet.
  • Bake 10 minutes. Turn the meatballs over and bake another 10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt and remaining spices. Coat the cooked meatballs in yogurt sauce and return to the baking sheet. Bake an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Protein: 30g | Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Fiber: 1g