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Oven Baked Chicken Thighs | Indian Style

A flavorful and crispy Indian-style baked chicken, marinated with aromatic spices and yogurt, then baked to perfection in an oven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 196 kcal
Protein25 g
Fiber2 g
Fat8 g
Carbohydrates7 g

Equipment

  • Wire rack
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
 

For Marinade:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs - bone-in or boneless, skinless (small or large pieces)
  • 1 cup yogurt - plain
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon red chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt - adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 lb chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 tablespoon Coriander Powder, 1 teaspoon cumin powder, 1 tablespoon red chili flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
    Colorful array of Indian spices including turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander and cumin powder next to chicken thighs
  • Add 1 cup yogurt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Mix well.
    Creamy yogurt being mixed with vibrant Indian spices to create marinade for chicken thighs

Bake the Chicken:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and arrange the marinated chicken pieces on the rack.
    Marinated Indian-style chicken thighs arranged on a wire rack over a baking sheet ready for the oven
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.
    Indian-spiced chicken thighs baking in oven with visible golden-brown crust forming

Serve:

  • Transfer the baked chicken to a serving plate and garnish with lemon wedges or fresh coriander. Serve hot with rice or naan.
    Perfectly baked Indian-style chicken thighs with golden-brown exterior in a serving bowl, ready to eat

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NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs | Indian Style
Serving Size
 
1 bowl (~100g)
Amount per Serving
Calories
196
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
25
g
50
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Potassium
 
492
mg
14
%
Sodium
 
779
mg
34
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
113
mg
11
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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