The sound, the smell, the vibrant red hue—nothing compares to authentic tandoori chicken. It’s the fiery, smoky heart of Punjabi cuisine. It is a seemingly simple dish that is deceptively complex, relying on perfect marination and a unique cooking method that cannot be faked. But true tandoori chicken requires a tandoor, a traditional clay oven that searingly locks in flavor and juices. Finding that authentic char-grilled taste in Surrey is a mission for food lovers. That mission leads you to Baba Chicken. Our name is synonymous with this iconic dish, and our slogan, “Ludhiana’s Famous, Now in Surrey,” is a testament to our tandoori mastery. We bring “decades of culinary excellence” straight from the heart of Punjab to your plate on King George Blvd.
The art of the tandoor is what separates good tandoori chicken from the best. A tandoor is a cylindrical clay oven, traditionally heated with charcoal or wood fire, that can reach temperatures of 900°F (480°C). This intense, dry heat does several things at once. It sears the outside of the chicken almost instantly, locking in all the natural juices and the flavors of the marinade. This searing action creates the signature “char” and smoky flavor that is the hallmark of the dish. It is a flavor that simply cannot be replicated in a conventional oven, on a barbecue, or in a pan. At Baba Chicken, our tandoor is the fiery heart of our kitchen. It’s the same tool used for generations in Ludhiana, and it’s the key to bringing the “true taste of India” to Surrey.
Of course, the tandoor is only half the story. The best tandoori chicken in Surrey begins with marination mastery. This is where our “decades of culinary excellence” truly shine. Our process is a patient, two-step method steeped in tradition. First, the chicken is scored and treated with a preliminary marinade of lemon juice, salt, and spices. Then, it’s coated in the main marinade: a thick, rich blend of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and our secret, fresh-ground spice mix, which includes kashmiri red chili for that beautiful color (not artificial dyes). This chicken is then left to rest, to absorb every note of flavor, for at least 24 hours. This patience ensures the chicken is tender and tasty to the bone. When it’s time to cook, the marinated chicken is skewered and plunged into the roaring-hot tandoor, where it cooks in minutes, emerging juicy, tender, and beautifully charred.
In many places, tandoori chicken is relegated to a simple appetizer. At Baba Chicken, we know it’s the star of the show. It’s a dish that stands proudly on its own. Served piping hot with a side of crisp, sliced onions, fresh cilantro, and a wedge of lemon to squeeze on top, it’s a complete and satisfying meal. It’s also incredibly versatile. It’s a healthy, high-protein, and gluten-free option. And, it’s the essential, smoky base for many of our other famous dishes, including our Best Butter Chicken in Surrey. Our tandoori chicken isn’t just one item on the menu; it’s the foundation of our culinary identity.
We are Baba Chicken. Our reputation was built on this very dish in Ludhiana. Bringing this “Ludhiana’s Famous” tandoori chicken to Surrey was our primary mission. We wanted our new community to taste the real, authentic flavor that made us a legend back home. And now, the people of Surrey don’t have to travel the world to find it. They just have to come to 7322 King George Blvd. When you’re searching for the best tandoori chicken in Surrey, you’re not just looking for a grilled chicken; you’re looking for an authentic cultural experience.
If you’re searching for the best tandoori chicken in Surrey, you’re searching for authenticity. You’re looking for the real, smoky flavor of the tandoor. You’ll find it at Baba Chicken. Experience the dish that made us famous. Visit us and taste the tradition.