Sunday, May 3, 2009

Cajun Grilled Chicken

Servings: 4

Ingredients:
  • Chicken drumsticks - 2 lb (1 kg), you can also use whole cut-up chicken
  • Yogurt - 1 cup
  • Garlic powder - 1 tsp
  • Ginger powder/paste - 1 tsp
  • Cajun* spice - 2 tbsp
  • Salt - 1 tsp
  • Lime juice - 2 tbsp
  • Olive oil - 1/2 cup
Methods:
  • 1. In a bowl, mix in the all the ingredients except oil. Marinade the chicken pieces in the yogurt mix for 24 hours, or minimum of 2 hours, refrigerated.
  • 2. On the day of cooking, take the chicken out of the fridge to bring it to room temperature.
  • 3. Preheat your oven to 400 F (200 C). Spray some olive oil on a baking tray. Pour the 1/2 cup of oil over the chicken, coat evenly and lay the pieces flat on the baking tray.
  • 4. Roast for 30- 45 min, turning the chicken pieces every 15 min and basting them with the reserved marinade.
  • 5. Once the chicken is fully cooked, broil/grill the chicken pieces to get a charred crispy look. Serve with a side of green salad.

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