Easy Indian-Style Yogurt Marinated Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Name: Easy Indian-Style Yogurt Marinated Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 185 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 10-12 pieces Chicken Drumsticks (skin removed); 1 large Large Onion (thinly sliced); 1 cup Plain Yogurt; 3 tbsp Neutral Oil; 3 cloves Garlic (minced); 1-inch piece Ginger (grated); 2 tsp Ground Cumin; 2 tsp Ground Coriander; 2 tsp Paprika; 1 ½ tsp Turmeric; 1 ½ tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Chili Powder; 1 tsp Salt (more to taste); Juice of 1 lemon Lemon Juice

This recipe guides you through making tender chicken drumsticks marinated in a rich, spiced yogurt mixture. Perfect for a delicious and easy meal, these drumsticks are packed with flavors from cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder, brightened with lemon and fresh ginger. A simple, flavorful weeknight dinner.

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#Drumsticks

#Yogurt

#Indian Food

#Easy Recipe

#Spicy

#Dinner

Beautifully Cooked Chicken Drumsticks

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

50m

Cook Time

3h 5m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Indian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

75g

Protein

10g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Chicken Drumsticks Marinating

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Spiced Yogurt Marinade

Instructions

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Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
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Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
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Drying ensures better browning and crispier skin.
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In a large bowl, combine yogurt, neutral oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
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In a large bowl, combine yogurt, neutral oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
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Taste the marinade and adjust salt/spices as needed before adding chicken.

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Add the dried chicken drumsticks to the yogurt mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, for best flavor.
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Add the dried chicken drumsticks to the yogurt mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, for best flavor.
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Marinating longer yields more tender and flavorful chicken. If pressed for time, even 30 minutes will help.
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Ensure the oven is fully preheated for even cooking.
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In a large oven-safe pan, sauté the thinly sliced onion with a drizzle of oil until softened and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Add the marinated drumsticks to the pan, arranging them in a single layer. You can add the remaining marinade to the pan.
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In a large oven-safe pan, sauté the thinly sliced onion with a drizzle of oil until softened and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Add the marinated drumsticks to the pan, arranging them in a single layer. You can add the remaining marinade to the pan.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.

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Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned with an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
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Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned with an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
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For extra crispy skin, you can finish under the broiler for a few minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.