Chicken Baked in a Packet Recipe

Name: Chicken Baked in a Packet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons bright red paprika; 1/41/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 cloves garlic, crushed in a garlic press; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 3 tablespoons whole-milk yogurt; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pounds chicken parts, skinned

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons bright red paprika
1/41/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 cloves garlic, crushed in a garlic press
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons whole-milk yogurt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds chicken parts, skinned

1
Combine the coriander, cumin, paprika, cayenne, turmeric, garlic, ginger, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2
Mix to make a paste.
3
Spread a 24-inch piece of foil in front of you.
4
Cut deep slits on the fleshy sides of the meat pieces, staying away from the edges.
5
Lay the pieces side by side in a single row in the center of the foil.
6
Rub the spice paste all over the chicken, going deep into the slits.
7
Fold the top of the foil over the chicken, then the bottom, and, finally, the two sides.
8
Refrigerate the packet at least 4 hours or overnight.
9
Preheat over to 400F.
10
Place the chicken packet on a baking tray and bake for 30 minutes.
11
Open the packet carefully and turn the chicken pieces over, basting with the juices.
12
Close packet again and bake another 15 minutes.

306

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons bright red paprika, 1/41/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken Baked in a Packet falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Baked in a Packet

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