Chicken Tikka Tray Bake
Chicken Tikka Tray Bake is a flavorful, one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken marinated in spiced yogurt and roasted with vegetables, delivering bold tikka flavors with minimal effort and easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breast, cut into chunks
- Plain yogurt
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Lemon juice
- Tomato paste
- Garam masala
- Paprika
- Ground cumin
- Ground coriander
- Turmeric
- Chili powder (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Red onion, sliced
- Bell peppers, sliced
- Zucchini or vegetables of choice
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, tomato paste, garam masala, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Add chicken and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Spread the marinated chicken onto the prepared tray.
- Arrange sliced onion, bell peppers, and zucchini around the chicken.
- Drizzle vegetables with olive oil and toss lightly.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, turning halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
Longer marination enhances flavor and tenderness.Use the broiler at the end for a smoky, charred finish.Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/chicken-tikka-tray-bake/
