Sheet-Pan Tandoori Chicken

Step 1

Set the oven to 450°F and wait for the indicator light or beep to signal it has finished preheating, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry on both sides with paper towels to remove any surface moisture, so they brown better.

Step 3

Mince the garlic until the pieces are smaller than a grain of rice—about the size of pencil-tip dots.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garam masala, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and lime juice until smooth and evenly colored.

Step 5

Place the chicken thighs on a sheet pan in a single layer, then spread the yogurt mixture evenly over the top and underside of each thigh, coating all surfaces.

Step 6

Slide the sheet pan into the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the edges are charred and dark brown.

Step 7

Remove the sheet pan from the oven using oven mitts and place it on a heat-safe surface; let the chicken rest for 2 minutes before serving.