These Easy Tandoori Chicken Burgers bring bold Indian-inspired flavors to a delicious homemade burger. Made with seasoned ground chicken, fresh ginger, aromatic spices, and a refreshing mint yogurt sauce, these grilled chicken burgers are served on warm naan bread instead of traditional hamburger buns.
If you’re looking for something different from an ordinary chicken burger, this recipe delivers plenty of flavor without complicated preparation. The ground chicken patties are seasoned with paprika, cumin, cardamom, cayenne pepper, fresh ginger, lemon juice, and green onions. Together, these ingredients create a savory, gently spicy burger with a bright citrus finish.
Unlike traditional tandoori chicken, which is often marinated in yogurt and cooked in a tandoor oven, this easy recipe uses ground chicken shaped into patties and cooked on an outdoor grill. It’s a convenient way to enjoy tandoori-inspired flavors at home.
The homemade mint yogurt sauce adds a cool, creamy contrast to the warm spices. Plain Greek yogurt is combined with chopped fresh mint, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. The result is a tangy sauce that complements the chicken without overpowering it.
Fresh cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and cilantro add crunch, color, and freshness. Instead of serving the patties on hamburger buns, this recipe uses naan bread, which can be warmed briefly on the grill before assembling.
For juicy, safely cooked chicken burgers, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check that the center of each patty reaches 165°F.
To prepare the burgers, mix the ground chicken with the seasonings and shape into patties. While the grill heats, stir together the mint yogurt sauce and prepare the fresh toppings.
Grill the patties over medium to medium-high heat, turning as needed until fully cooked. Warm the naan during the final minutes of cooking, then assemble the burgers with cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and a generous spoonful of yogurt sauce.
Ready in approximately 35 minutes, these tandoori chicken burgers make a flavorful weeknight dinner or an exciting alternative for your next backyard barbecue.
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Tandoori Chicken Burgers
- Total Time: :35
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Tandoori Chicken Burgers
- 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken breast
- 4 green onions
- 3 Tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
- Naan bread
- cucumber
- cilantro
- red onion sliced thinly
Yogurt Sauce
- 1 small container fat free plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon fresh mint chopped
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium or medium-high heat.
- Combine the ground chicken, green onions, ginger, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, cardamom, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties, using the confirmed recipe yield.
- Lightly oil the grill grates to help prevent sticking.
- Grill the patties, turning carefully, until browned and the centers reach 165°F. Cooking time will depend on patty thickness and grill temperature.
- Warm the naan bread briefly on the grill.
- Assemble with cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and mint yogurt sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
Tips for the Best Tandoori Chicken Burgers
Avoid overmixing: Gently combine the ground chicken and seasonings to help keep the burgers tender.
Make evenly sized patties: Consistent thickness helps the chicken cook evenly.
Use fresh ginger: Freshly grated ginger adds a bright, aromatic flavor that complements the warm spices.
Adjust the heat: Reduce the cayenne pepper for a milder burger, or add a little more if you enjoy spicy food.
Prepare the yogurt sauce first: Mixing the Greek yogurt, mint, cumin, and lemon juice ahead of time allows the flavors to blend while the burgers cook.
Keep the naan warm: Heat the naan briefly just before serving so it stays soft and flexible.
Check doneness: Ground chicken must reach 165°F in the center. Do not rely on cooking time or color alone.
Serve immediately: Assemble the burgers shortly before eating to keep the naan from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: :25
- Cook Time: :10
- Category: Entree
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Indian