Irresistible Oven-Roasted Spiced Chicken

Ingredients

- 4 chicken quarters (leg and thigh)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, salt, minced garlic, grated ginger, garam masala, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, and ground turmeric. Stir until all the ingredients are well-blended to form a smooth marinade.

2. Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken quarters into the bowl with the marinade. Use your hands or tongs to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to permeate the meat fully.

3. Preheat the Oven
Before roasting, preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).

4. Prepare for Roasting
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while the oven heats up. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and set a wire rack on top.

5. Roast the Chicken
Arrange the marinated chicken quarters skin-side up on the wire rack. Place the roasting pan in the oven and roast the chicken for 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.

6. Rest and Serve
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, ensuring a juicy and flavorful bite.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT20M
20 minutes

- Marinating Time: PT2H
2 hours

- Cooking Time: PT45M
45 minutes

Total Time

- Total Time: PT3H5M
3 hours and 5 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Roasted chicken
- Spiced chicken
- Chicken dinner
- Oven roast
- Yogurt marinade
- Indian-inspired
- Flavorful
- Juicy chicken
- Easy recipe
- Family meal

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 Adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1,200

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