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Is Indian cooking hard for beginners?

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What is the best Indian spice blend for chicken?

moji masala® offers three chicken-specific blends: Tandoori Chicken Masala for smoky grilled flavor, Chicken Curry Masala (Rasedar) for a rich North Indian curry, and Chicken Wings Masala for crispy Indian-style wings. Each packet is pre-measured for one dish.

Are moji masala recipes quick to make?

Yes. Most moji masala® recipes take 30 to 60 minutes from start to finish using standard grocery store ingredients. No special equipment or prior Indian cooking experience is required.

Tandoori Chicken moji masala® plated on table with moji masala® bag

Tandoori Chicken Masala: The Complete Guide to Homemade Tandoori

How to make tandoori chicken at home without a tandoor oven. Full marinade recipe and cooking instructions.

by moji masala

May 2, 2026

Tandoori Chicken Masala is a bold marinade blend for smoky, roasted chicken — no tandoor clay oven needed. One packet marinates 2–3 lbs of chicken for the signature red-orange, deeply flavorful tandoori experience.

What Is Tandoori Chicken?

Tandoori chicken is one of India's most iconic dishes — chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then roasted at high heat until charred on the outside and juicy inside. The name comes from the tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven that reaches 900°F. But you don't need one — a regular oven at 425°F or a backyard grill produces excellent results

How to Make Tandoori Chicken at Home

Ingredients

1 packet moji masala® Tandoori Chicken Masala
2–3 lbs chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or bone-in breast)
½ cup plain yogurt (not Greek — too thick)
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step

Make the marinade: Mix the entire moji masala® packet with yogurt, lemon juice, and oil in a bowl.
Score the chicken: Cut 2–3 deep slashes in each piece so the marinade penetrates.
Marinate: Coat chicken thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours — overnight is best.
Cook: Place on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes until charred and cooked through (165°F internal).

Serve with basmati rice, naan, sliced onions, lemon wedges, and cilantro-mint chutney.

Flavor Profile

Smoky, warm, and savory with a mild kick. Kashmiri chili provides the signature deep red color without overwhelming heat. Cumin, coriander, and garam masala create layers of warm, aromatic flavor.

Tips and Variations

Grill it: Cook over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes per side — the char is incredible
Make tandoori paneer: Cube paneer, marinate, and bake or grill for a vegetarian version
Tandoori shrimp: Marinate large shrimp for 30 minutes, then grill 2–3 minutes per side
Overnight marinade: The longer you marinate, the more flavorful and tender the chicken

Why Choose moji masala® Tandoori Masala?

Our tandoori blend uses Kashmiri chili for authentic color without artificial dyes, plus whole-ground spices for depth you can't get from generic tandoori powder. Gluten-free, no fillers, no MSG. Featured in Forbes and Food & Wine.

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