Chicken Tikka

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 pound (454g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup (122g) plain Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp (31ml) lemon juice
2 cloves garlic (6g), minced
1 Tbsp (20g) grated ginger
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp chili pepper
Salt and pepper to taste

Skewers (if grilling)
Lime wedges, to serve

Instructions:

Mix ingredients in a bowl.

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and stir to coat; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.

Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using skewers, thread the chicken onto the skewers.

Grill the chicken for 8 to 10 minutes on each side or until cooked through and slightly charred.

Serve the chicken tikka with lime wedges and a side of veggies or a salad.


Nutritional breakdown per serving
(recipe makes 4 servings)

229 Calories
38.6g Protein
5.5g Fat
0.5g Fiber
3.8g Total Carbs
3.3g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.