Murgir Roast with Yogurt and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

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Succulent chicken pieces roasted in a fragrant yogurt and spice marinade, then finished with a touch of ginger for a traditional Bangladeshi dish that's perfect with rice. This Bangladeshi-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs chicken thigh, yogurt, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 Bangladeshi cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thigh
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp paste (or 1 tbsp grated fresh) ginger
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 cup, chopped cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tbsp ginger paste, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and salt to taste to form a marinade.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 4: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up.
Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp vegetable oil over chicken pieces. Roast in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 6: Garnish with 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.