Wondering what to eat with tandoori chicken? Here are 12 delicious side dishes that won’t take away the amazing flavor of chicken. From rice to veggies, potatoes, and tasty dips – all perfect for an amazing meal!
Tandoori chicken – imagine plump, juicy chicken bursting with fragrant Indian spices. It’s like the Indian king of barbecue chicken.
While amazing on its own, sometimes you want some delicious sides to complete the meal. Here are some perfect options that won’t overpower your star dish. Most are vegetarian, too, for a balanced and tasty spread!
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Condiments and Salads
Mint Cilantro Chutney
A cool, spicy and tangy green chutney. This no-cook mint cilantro chutney is a must try accompaniment to tandoori chicken.
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Cucumber Raita
This easy homemade Indian Cucumber Raita is so refreshing. Made with grated cucumber, yogurt, and flavored with spices, it a perfect easy side dish. Serve it as an accompaniment to biryani, pulao or any Indian meal.
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Kachumber
This healthy satisfying kachumber salad is so easy and refreshing. Made with chopped veggies and seasoned with spices, serve it as a side with any Indian food. It is vegan, oil-free, and gluten-free.
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Indian Onion Salad
This popular Indian salad – sliced onion rings tossed in a tangy, spicy dressing and fresh herbs, makes it a perfect accompaniment for your Indian curry. This is not only gluten-free but a no-oil salad. Perfect for Vegetarians and Vegans!
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Healthy Chickpea Salad
This Chickpea Salad is a healthy, vegan, protein-rich salad that is easy to put together in just 10 minutes. Chickpeas are combined with fresh veggies, flavored with Indian spices along with tangy lemon juice. Perfect for a snack or quick lunch!
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Potato & Vegetable Sides
Spicy Bombay Potatoes
Baby Potatoes cooked with aromatic spices, as a one-pot dish, are perfect to serve as an appetizer or a side dish. These delicious and easy Bombay Potatoes take just 20 minutes to make in the Instant Pot or on stovetop.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower
his Air Fryer Cauliflower seasoned with spices is easy to make and amazingly delicious topped with cilantro yogurt sauce. Enjoy as a wonderful low-carb side dish or appetizer.
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Rice Sides
Indian Turmeric Yellow Rice
This fragrant and flavorful Turmeric Rice is a healthy alternative to your usual white rice. Try my recipe to know how to easily make this vibrant rice on the stovetop or in the instant pot.
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Lemon Rice
Aromatic Basmati Rice flavored with lemon juice, mustard seeds, ginger and topped with roasted peanuts.
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Peas Pulao
This fragrant and flavorful Peas Pulao (Matar Pulao) is a staple in most Indian homes. Basmati rice is cooked with whole spices and green peas. Pair this peas pulao as a side dish with any chicken dish.
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Quinoa & Vegetable Pilaf
A quick and easy meal – Quinoa & Vegetable Pulao. Quinoa has become a popular choice due to its high protein content and it is perfect paired with veggies for a healthy side dish.
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Vegetable Biryani
One-pot Vegetable Biryani is so easy to cook with the same authentic flavors! Fragrant basmati rice cooked with lots of vegetables, and aromatic whole spices and herbs.
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Want to make a complete Indian meal? Check out Indian dinner menu ideas and fusion Indian recipes.
What do you like to serve with your Tandoori Chicken curries? Share in the comments your favorite sides.
