Indonesian Baked Turmeric Chicken

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 14

Indonesian Baked Turmeric Chicken - A Flavorful and Healthy Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

310

Sugar

Fat

21g

Indonesian Baked Turmeric Chicken is a popular dish in Indonesian cuisine. This flavorful and healthy meal is typically served with steamed rice and a side of vegetables. The combination of shallots, garlic, turmeric, and coconut milk gives the chicken a rich and complex flavor. Not only is this dish delicious, it is also relatively easy to make once you have blended the spice paste. This is a great dish to make for dinner parties or family gatherings, as it is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.	Clean the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Set it aside.
3.	Peel and roughly chop the shallots and garlic. Peel and grate the turmeric.
4.	In a blender or food processor, combine the shallots, garlic, turmeric, coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
5.	Rub the spice paste all over the chicken, making sure to get it into the nooks and crannies.
6.	Place the chicken in a baking dish and cover it with aluminum foil.
7.	Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8.	Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
9.	Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
10.	Enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor and is a great way to incorporate turmeric into your diet.

The chicken is tender and juicy, and the spice paste gives it a delicious kick.

This dish is also relatively healthy, low in carbohydrates, and high in protein.

CONS

The prep time for this dish is a bit lengthy, due to the time it takes to blend the spice paste.

However, the end result is well worth the effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turmeric has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Studies have shown that the active compound curcumin in turmeric may help reduce inflammation in the body.
This dish is also high in protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.

	1 chicken , 3 1/2-4 lb
	4 ounces shallots
	5 garlic cloves
	1 ounce fresh turmeric
	4 ounces thick coconut milk
	2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	2 teaspoons sugar