Spiced Yogurt-Baked Chicken

Ingredients

- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 cloves crushed garlic
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, sea salt, crushed garlic, grated ginger, garam masala, lemon juice, ground cayenne, ground cumin, and ground turmeric. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
- Add the chicken breasts to the yogurt mixture, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to infuse. For best results, marinate overnight.

3. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

4. Prepare for Baking:
- Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.

5. Bake the Chicken:
- Place the marinated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are spaced evenly to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the edges are lightly browned.

6. Rest and Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices. Slice the chicken before serving to display the vibrant spices and serve with your choice of side dishes.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation: PT2H
2 hours (including marinating time)
- Cooking: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT2H30M
2 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Yogurt chicken
- Spiced chicken
- Baked chicken
- Dinner recipe
- Indian-inspired
- Oven-baked
- Easy dinner
- Flavorful chicken
- Juicy chicken
- Marinated chicken

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 820

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