Baked Lemon-Ginger Chicken with Yogurt Marinade

Tender chicken thighs baked in a zesty yogurt marinade with fresh ginger and lemon, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Cuisine: Indian

Category: Chicken

Prep: 35 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup, plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp, grated ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1, sliced lemon
• 2 tbsp, chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup yogurt, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 3 cloves garlic minced, 1 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces, to the marinade and toss to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 3 minutes per side until browned.
4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven, garnish with lemon slices and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro.