Spiced Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs

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Saramin (@678sarin)

A flavorful and aromatic chicken dish marinated in Greek yogurt and spices, perfect for a hearty meal.

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
55min
Spiced Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs recipe

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 1 chicken thigh)
  • 1cup
    Greek Yogurt
  • 1tbsp
    Garam Masala
  • 1tbsp
    Ground Turmeric
  • 1tbsp
    Sweet Paprika
  • 1/2tsp
    Granulated Garlic
  • 1/4tsp
    Ground Ginger
  • 1tsp
    Ground Coriander
  • 1tsp
    Ground Cumin
  • pinch
    Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • pinch
    Kosher Salt
  • 3piece
    Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs
  • piece
    Naan

How to make Spiced Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs

  1. Mix Greek yogurt, garam masala, ground turmeric, sweet paprika, granulated garlic, ground ginger, ground coriander, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, and kosher salt in a bowl.

    Step 1.1: Mix Greek yogurt, garam masala, ground turmeric, sweet paprika, granulated garlic, ground ginger, ground coriander, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, and kosher salt in a bowl
  2. Add chicken thighs to the mixture, mix well, cover, and refrigerate overnight.

    Step 1.1: Add chicken thighs to the mixture, mix well, cover, and refrigerate overnight
  3. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place the chicken on a rack and roast for 35-40 minutes, or until golden crisp and cooked through.

    Step 1.1: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C)
  4. Cover lightly and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

    Step 1.1: Cover lightly and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving
  5. Serve with naan and enjoy!

    Step 1.1: Serve with naan and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 24 hours.

  2. Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.

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