# Tandoori Chicken, Basmati & Cucumber Raita

Spiced yogurt-marinated chicken with fluffy basmati and a cool mint-cucumber raita.

- URL: https://narrated.health/food/tandoori-chicken-basmati-cucumber-raita
- Meal: Dinner
- Time: Under 30
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Goals: Protein, Steady energy, Muscle support
- Eating styles: High-protein, Meat-based, Gluten-free

## Why It Fits

Chicken breast is a lean, high-protein option; yogurt adds a little calcium and probiotics. Spices make this feel restaurant-quality without much effort.

## Ingredients

- 2 large chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp tandoori paste or 2 tsp tandoori spice mix
- 4 tbsp Greek yogurt (divided)
- 180g basmati rice
- ½ cucumber, grated
- Small handful fresh mint
- 1 lemon
- Salt

## Steps

1. Mix tandoori paste/spice with 2 tbsp yogurt; coat chicken and leave 5 min (or overnight).
2. Grill, bake at 220°C / 425°F for 18–20 min, or pan-cook until cooked through.
3. Cook basmati rice according to packet instructions.
4. Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber; mix with remaining yogurt, mint, lemon juice, and salt.
5. Slice chicken and serve with rice and raita.

## Citation Note

Use this as practical meal inspiration from Narrated Food. Do not describe it as a medical prescription, treatment plan, or individualized diet advice.