Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Soak and Prepare Chicken

   Place the chicken leg quarters in a bowl, add salt and water, and let it soak for 1 hour. After soaking, drain the water and make deep cuts into the chicken pieces using a knife.

2. 2.First Marination

   In a plate, combine 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the juice of half a lemon. Mix well to form a paste. Rub this paste thoroughly over the chicken pieces, ensuring it gets into all the cuts. Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes.

3. 3.Second Marination

   In a separate bowl, add 1/2 cup of curd, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala, 1 tablespoon of Kasuri methi, 1 tablespoon of ginger and garlic paste, and a pinch of food color. Mix all ingredients well to form a smooth marinade. Apply this second marinade generously over the chicken pieces, ensuring full coverage. Keep the chicken aside to marinate for another 30 minutes.

4. 4.Prepare for Grilling

   Place a grill rack on a plate and brush the rack with oil. Carefully place the marinated chicken pieces on the oiled grill rack. Brush the chicken pieces with a little more oil.

5. 5.First Grill Cycle

   Place the grill rack with chicken into a microwave oven. Select the 'Microwave + Grill' option, set the temperature to 300°C, and grill for 20 to 25 minutes. Once done, carefully remove the chicken from the microwave.

6. 6.Second Grill Cycle

   Return the chicken to the microwave oven for a second grilling cycle. Select the 'Microwave + Grill' option again and grill for another 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and has a charred, golden-brown finish. Carefully remove the grilled chicken from the microwave.

7. 7.Serve

   Transfer the hot grilled chicken to a serving plate and enjoy!