Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs for the Grill

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 0
Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs for the Grill
in Main

Prep

120 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

145 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt , divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 chicken legs ( with thighs attached , skin on or removed )
6 tablespoons melted butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
475
Sugar
7g
Fat
30g
Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs is a classic dish of Indian cuisine, that is typically marinated in a mixture of spiced yogurt before being grilled to perfection. Marination keeps chicken tender and juicy, also imparts rich flavor to the meat. It is a perfect dish for a backyard summer dinner party. These chicken legs have a bright red color due to the addition of turmeric and cayenne pepper. The fragrance of ginger and garlic in the marinade pairs well with the yogurt giving the meat a ‘zingy’ flavor. Served with a side salad or raita, this recipe is a winner.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, salt, coriander, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2.Add chicken legs to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
3.Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the remaining marinade.
4.Grill chicken legs, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 20-25 minutes.
5.Baste the chicken legs with melted butter if desired. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs are flavorful, moist, and have a nice crispy skin when grilled properly.

It is simple to prepare, and the marination makes it juicy and bursting with flavor.

CONS

It may require some effort in advance to marinate chicken legs for a few hours in advance.

It may also be messy to grill chicken legs and grease might cause fire or flare-ups.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tandoori-Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs are high in protein, low in carbohydrates, and a very good source of Selenium and Niacin.
Yogurt used in the marinade can aid digestion and promote gut health. Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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