Description
A flavorful and aromatic dish made with marinated chicken thighs, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, vegetable oil, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, tandoori spice mix, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for the best flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and place a wire rack on top.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place the pieces on the wire rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, you can grill the chicken instead of baking it. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side.
- To make a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with thick slices of eggplant or cauliflower florets and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg