Oven-Baked Tandoori Chicken Legs
For the Marinade
Main Ingredient
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Marinade
In a large glass bowl, add yoghurt, tandoori masala, turmeric powder, Kashmiri chilli powder, cumin powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, garlic paste, salt, dried fenugreek, and olive oil. until all ingredients are well combined into a smooth paste.
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken legs to the bowl with the marinade. Use your hands to coat each piece of chicken thoroughly and evenly. Cover and set aside to for .
Arrange Chicken on Baking Tray
Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer on the wire rack.
Roast the Chicken
Place the tray in a preheated oven and roast for at 180°C (approximately 355°F) (350°F (approximately 175°C)) or Gas Mark 4.
Flip and Broil
After , remove the chicken from the oven and flip each piece over. Return the tray to the oven and broil (grill) for at 250°C (approximately 480°F) (480°F (approximately 250°C)) or Gas Mark 9, until cooked through with a nice char.
Serve
Remove the cooked tandoori chicken from the oven. for a few minutes before serving hot.
Before You Cook
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No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
Variations
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- This recipe can also bePreparation tip
This recipe can also be cooked on a barbecue grill for a smokier flavor.
- Chicken thighs or breasts canIngredient swap
Chicken thighs or breasts can be used as an alternative to chicken legs.
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