Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt, plain
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil or melted ghee
  • 1 tbsp (15g) ginger paste
  • 1 tbsp (15g) garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp (8g) Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp (2g) turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp (2g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (2g) smoked paprika or Kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 tsp (6g) salt
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) cayenne pepper
  • 2 lbs (900g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) oil

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, oil, ginger, and garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Stir in the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and cayenne until the marinade is a uniform, vibrant orange color.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl or a Ziploc bag and massage the marinade into every crevice of the meat.
  4. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best results.
  5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top to allow air circulation.
  7. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the wire rack.