Roasted Curry Chicken Thighs with Yogurt Cumin Sauce

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   In a small, dry, heavy skillet over moderate heat, toast the cumin seeds until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes.

2. 2

   Finely grind in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

3. 3

   Mash the garlic to a paste and transfer half the garlic to a medium bowl.

4. 4

   Whisk in the curry paste, 1 cup yogurt and half the cumin.

5. 5

   Transfer the chicken to a plastic re-sealable bag and pour the yogurt mixture into the bag, making sure all the chicken is covered.

6. 6

   Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.

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   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

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   Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and top with a cooling rack.

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   Remove the chicken from the marinade, place on the cooling rack in the sheet pan.

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    Bake until cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes.

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    In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 1 cup yogurt and the remaining garlic and cumin.

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    Serve a dollop of sauce on top of the chicken.

13. 13

    What really makes this recipe sing: Toasting and grinding your own spices here, makes all the difference in the world.

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    If you don't remember when you bought that jar of cumin, then you should throw it out and start fresh.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.