Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill Recipe

Name: Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger; 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 8 chicken legs (with thighs attached, skin on or removed); 6 tablespoons melted butter

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 chicken legs (with thighs attached, skin on or removed)
6 tablespoons melted butter

1
In a processor blend 1-1/2 cups plain yogurt with the next 9 ingredients (the lemon juice to cayenne pepper) until smooth and well blended; transfer to a large bowl; mix in the remaining 1 cup yogurt with a wooden spoon.
2
Add in the chicken and toss to coat.
3
Cover and refrigerate over night.
4
Prepare the grill to a medium-high heat.
5
Place the marinated-coated chicken on the grill, do not wash off the yogurt marinade, but discard any marinade from the bowl.
6
Grill the chicken (about 12-13 minutes per side) basting with melted butter the last 5 minutes of cooking on both sides, season with more salt and pepper if desired while cooking.
7
Delicious!

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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: 2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger, 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill 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.

Tandoori -Style Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Legs For The Grill

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