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    Tandoori Chicken Burger

    Published: May 17, 2023

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    Spiced Tandoori Chicken Burger: So many colours, flavours, and textures that both stand out from, and complement each other!

    Originally Posted January 3, 2016. Updated 5/17/2023

    Tandoori chicken burger with marinated chicken breast, cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo, on a bun.

    My husband recently got back from a work trip to Ireland.

    As I have him trained well (if he's dining without me, he takes photos of EVERYTHING that he wants me to replicate... including the menu info. Good man!), that meant some fun with creating in the kitchen after he got back.

    As I was getting set to make my own version of a Moroccan Spiced Lamb Burger he had at The G Counter Deli, I happened across a menu item that sounded amazing: "Tandoori chicken burgers with mango & lime mayo".

    What a great idea!

    I may not have a proper clay oven, but I knew I would have to make my own chicken tandoori burger.

    So, I started with a Tandoori spice marinated chicken breast, as I prefer that to actual ground chicken patties.

    I used mango slices, rather than in the mayo... and did a mint, cilantro, and lime mayo - I just can't bring myself to serve an Indian inspired dish without some sort of nod to cilantro-mint chutney.

    I may be an addict.

    Anyway...

    As far as fresh veggies go, I added some red onion for colour, crunch, and cucumber for texture, and as a nod to raita - the yogurt sauce served as a creamy dip with many Indian dishes.

    ... what an utterly mind blowing sandwich!

    So many colours, flavours, and textures that both stand out from, and complement each other.

    The coolness of the cucumber, sweetness of the mango, and the bright green, fresh flavor from the mayo spread really work well against the spicyness of the chicken.

    It all comes together for this amazing, complex, and really well balanced sandwich.

    Pretty sure I could live on these Tandoori Chicken Burgers... SO good! (Even without a bun, for me!)

    A Tandoori Chicken Burger: Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo.

    Ingredients

    This easy Tandoori chicken burger may have a long list of ingredients, but it’s WORTH it! All of that measuring really pays off with a great tandoori flavor!

    Some notes for you:

    Chicken

    I like to use large boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this, so it acts as a single, solid burger.

    If you don’t need a single burger - and would like a higher marinade to meat ratio - feel free to use chicken fillets.

    2-3 chicken breast fillet pieces per person works well.

    Spices, Herbs, and Aromatics

    This is where the real laundry list of ingredients comes in, but - especially if you like cooking Indian food - most should be pantry staples.

    In terms of dry spices, you will need Garam Masala (or Tandoori Masala), Cayenne Pepper, Turmeric Powder, Paprika, Ground Coriander, Ground Black Pepper, Ground Cardamom, and Salt

    In terms of the fresh herbs and aromatics, you’ll need:

    Finely Cilantro
    Fresh Mint Leaves
    Lime Zest
    Garlic Cloves
    Fresh Ginger Paste
    Lemon Juice

    Buns

    You can use whatever buns you like for this, just pick something that’s a good size for the chicken breasts you’ll be using.

    We’ve made this on Kaiser buns, Bolillo rolls, plain burger buns, gluten free burger buns, and onion buns. I think Naan bread would make a fun “bun”, also!

    Everything Else

    Rounding out this recipe, you will need:

    A fresh mango
    Red onion
    English cucumber
    Greek yogurt / Plain yogurt
    Mayonnaise
    Red Food Coloring (Optional)

    ... I just don’t really have anything to add, for these last few ingredients!

    A Tandoori Spiced Chicken Burger: Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo.

    How to Make Tandoori Spiced Chicken Burgers

    The full recipe is in the recipe card at the end of this post, here is the pictorial walk through:

    Marinate the Chicken

    Trim chicken breasts, pound to flatten out to a relatively even thickness if desired.

    In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients.

    A two part compilation image showing spices measured into a bowl of yogurt, then the same bowl after being stirred together.

    Place chicken in a plastic baggie, cover in marinade, and work it around to coat the chicken entirely. Marinate for 6-12 hours.

    A two part compilation image, showing chicken in a plastic baggie, and then after the marinade has been added to the chicken and mushed around.

    While marinating, make the spread:

    For Cilantro Mint Mayo

    Mix all ingredients together well, in a small or medium bowl.

    Note: For a smoother spread, blitz them together in a mini food processor. Also: if you’re a big fan of cilantro, you can use a generous handful of cilantro, rather than just a couple tablespoons!

    A two part compilation image showing mint and cilantro on a cutting board with a measuring cup of mayo, then all of it stirred together in a glass bowl.

    Cover and chill until you’re ready to assemble the sandwiches.

    To Assemble

    Preheat grill to medium heat.

    Spray grilling grate with grill spray, the arrange marinated chicken breasts in a single layer, with space between each.

    Cover grill, cook chicken breasts on the preheated until cooked through.

    Note: Use an instant-red thermometer in the thickest part of each chicken breast - cooked burgers should read 165 F.

    Spread buns with mayo, arrange mango, red onion, cucumber, and chicken as desired.

    Serve immediately, with fries, chips, or a side salad, if desired.

    Slices of mango, cucumber, and red onion on a white plate, next to a small glass bowl of cilanto-mint mayonnaise.

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    Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo, on a bun.

    Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo, on a bun.
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    Tandoori Chicken Burger with Cilantro-Mint Mayo and Mango Slices

    So many colours, flavours, and textures that both stand out from, and complement each other. The coolness of the cucumber, sweetness of the mango, and the bright green flavour from the mayo spread really work well against the spiciness of the chicken. It all comes together for this amazing, complex, and really well balanced sandwich.
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Marinating Time6 hours hrs
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Indian
    Servings: 4 Burgers
    Calories: 607kcal
    Author: Marie Porter

    Ingredients

    • 4 Large Chicken Breasts
    • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
    • 1 Cup Greek Yogurt
    • 2 teaspoon Finely Chopped Cilantro
    • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
    • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon Ginger Paste
    • ½ teaspoon Paprika
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Red Food Coloring Optional, I don’t bother – it’s just traditional!
    • ¼ teaspoon Coriander
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • Pinch Cardamom
    • 1 Garlic Clove Pressed

    Cilantro-Mint Mayo

    • ½ Cup Mayonnaise
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoon Fresh Mint finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
    • Pinch Salt

    For Assembly

    • 2-4 Buns Gluten-free, if needed
    • Mango Slices
    • Thinly Sliced Red Onion
    • Thinly Sliced Cucumber

    Instructions

    For Chicken:

    • Trim chicken breasts, pound to flatten out to a relatively even thickness, if desired. Combine marinade ingredients.
    • Place chicken in a plastic baggie, cover in marinade, and work it around to coat the chicken entirely. Marinate for 6-12 hours. While marinating, make the spread:

    For Cilantro Mint Mayo

    • Mix all ingredients together well. Cover and chill until you’re ready to assemble the sandwiches.

    To Assemble:

    • Grill chicken breasts until cooked through.
    • Spread buns with mayo, arrange mango, red onion, cucumber, and chicken as desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 607kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 965mg | Potassium: 984mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 394IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 3mg

    Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo, on a bun.

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    A Tandoori Spiced Chicken Burger: Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo.

    Tandoori Spiced Chicken Burger: So many colours, flavours, and textures that both stand out from, and complement each other!

    Tandoori Marinated chicken breast with cucumbers, mango, red onions, and a cilantro mint mayo, on a bun.

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    1. Andy

      June 19, 2023 at 10:26 pm

      Would like you try this! Seems inspired + you have trained your husband well!

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