Dinner
Tandoori-Style Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs marinated in spiced yoghurt and roasted, served with cucumber and salad. High in protein and very low in carbohydrate.
Serves 1. Ready in about 30 minutes.
417
Calories
52g
Protein
19.2g
Carbs
6.8g
Fibre
15.2g
Fat
Method
- 1
Mix the yoghurt, spices and lemon juice. Coat the chicken and leave it to marinate for 30 minutes (hands-off time, not counted above).
- 2
Roast at 220C for 20 to 25 minutes until cooked through and charred at the edges.
- 3
Serve with the salad leaves and cucumber.
Swaps and tips
- Grill instead of roasting.
- Serve with a spoonful of plain yoghurt.
Around £1.37 per serving at supermarket own-brand prices (estimate).
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