CHILE-AND-YOGURT-MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN

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Yes, you'll need a lot of spices, but it's not much work from there. Let the chicken marinate for 12 hours to get the most impact. This recipe is from Gunpowder, an Indian restaurant in London.

Categories     Chicken     Yogurt     Chile Pepper     Grill/Barbecue     Marinade     Bon Appétit     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

7 dried Kashmiri or guajillo chiles, broken into pieces, seeds removed
1 (1 1/2)-inch piece ginger, peeled, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup plain whole-milk yogurt (not Greek)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons mustard oil (optional)
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons dried mango powder (amchoor; optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed dried fenugreek leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grill
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, patted dry
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place chiles in a medium bowl and pour in hot water to cover. Let sit until chiles are very soft, about 30 minutes; drain. Blend chiles, ginger, garlic, yogurt, cilantro stems, lime juice, mustard oil (if using), coriander, paprika, mango powder (if using), fenugreek leaves, garam masala, cumin, and 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a blender until smooth. Transfer marinade to a large resealable plastic bag. Season chicken generously with salt and add to marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat chicken. Chill at least 2 hours.
  • Let chicken sit at room temperature 1 hour before grilling.
  • Prepare a grill for medium heat; oil grate. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip back into bag, and grill, turning every minute or so, until beginning to char in spots, 8-10 minutes total. Transfer to a platter and let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.
  • Do Ahead:
  • Chicken can be marinated 12 hours ahead. Keep chilled.

Mohammod Nurnobi
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I'm definitely going to be making this recipe again. It's easy to make and the chicken is always delicious.


Mohammad Nawaz
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This recipe is a must-try for any grilled chicken lover. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the marinade is perfect.


asmae Ghoniem
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The chile and yogurt marinade gives the chicken a unique and delicious flavor.


Mdsagorhossain sardar11
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This recipe is a great way to change up your grilled chicken routine. The marinade is simple to make and the chicken is cooked to perfection.


London Lee
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I've tried many grilled chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful.


Gamer Broken
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the marinade was delicious.


Birendra Thapa
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Mdaslam Shekh
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I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but I loved the yogurt sauce in this recipe. It was the perfect complement to the grilled chicken.


Ashir Farooq
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Fazeela Kashif
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the marinade gives it a delicious flavor.


NICOLE KASS
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The marinade is amazing! It really infuses the chicken with flavor. I also love the yogurt sauce. It's the perfect complement to the grilled chicken.


Ahan Islam
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can just throw everything in a bag and let it marinate for a few hours, then grill it up. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Aigbogun Miracle
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This recipe was a hit at my last BBQ! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the marinade gave it a delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.