Spicy Yoghurt Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful Spicy Yoghurt Chicken recipe! Marinated in a zesty blend of creamy yoghurt, aromatic garlic, ginger, and bold spices like paprika, cumin, and chili powder, these bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and bursting with warming flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish is perfect for busy nights—simply let the chicken soak in the tangy, spiced marinade (overnight, if possible), then bake until golden and irresistible. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, naan bread, or a crisp salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a bright finish, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup Plain yoghurt
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain yoghurt, minced garlic, grated ginger, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 2

Mix the marinade ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the yoghurt mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best results.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 5

Take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Step 6

Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil. Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in the dish, skin-side up.

Step 7

Bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm with rice, naan bread, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1230.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2230.1

Total Fat 163.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 760.0mg	0%
Sodium 3329.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 173.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472.8mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2376.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 4.8%