Spicy Yogurt Chicken

Name: Spicy Yogurt Chicken
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 4 h 40 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons hot paprika; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, in 1 1/2-inch cubes

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4 to 6 servings Easy

Total: 40 mins, plus at least 4 hrs marinating time Active: 40 mins

5 Ratings

Ingredients (12)

1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons hot paprika
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, in 1 1/2-inch cubes

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Nutritional Information

Calories644
Fat50.25g
Saturated fat13.02g
Trans fat0.19g
Carbs7.06g
Fiber1.14g
Sugar3.55g
Protein40.22g
Cholesterol230.22mg
Sodium743.42mg
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Yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, and spices make a flavorful marinade for boneless chicken pieces in this recipe adapted from Serious Eats. They’re threaded onto wooden skewers, then cooked on the grill.

Adapted from Serious Eats

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Raw or cooked chicken can be stored in a refrigerator for a few days, though it’s important to prevent raw chicken juices from leaking and contaminating other foods. Ensure that chicken remains in its original packaging (which should be vacuum-sealed or tightly-wrapped) until it is ready to be cooked.

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While freezing will make your chicken less tender and juicy, it is the perfect way to store the family-sized pack you bought at Costco last weekend. Remove the chicken from its original packaging and rewrap it tightly using aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or freezer paper. Double wrap if you are planning to store the chicken for more than two months. Ground chicken can last up to three months in the freezer, while chicken pieces can last up to nine.

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You should never thaw chicken at room temperature, as it is highly susceptible to bacteria growth. Frozen chicken should either be thawed in the microwave, in the refrigerator, or in cold water (which should be changed every 30 minutes).

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Instructions

1In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, ginger, salt, smoked paprika, hot paprika, garlic, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
Place the chicken in a large zipper-top plastic bag. Pour in the marinade and seal, tossing to make sure everything’s well distributed. Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 4 and as many as 8 hours.
2Drain the chicken and discard the marinade. Thread the chicken pieces tightly onto wooden skewers.
3Heat a charcoal or gas grill to medium-high and generously oil the grates. Grill the skewers until they’re well browned on all sides and center of chicken registers between 160 and 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer skewers to platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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