The Best Turmeric Chicken Thighs (easy and healthy)
These Turmeric Chicken Thighs improve healthy eating when infused with immune-boosting turmeric, Greek yogurt, ginger and garlic.It’s the perfect tasty meal for entertaining, weekday dinners, and barbecues.Marinate the chicken overnight in the fridge for the best results.low-carb, keto1.3g net carbs / each**a serving of this recipe includes two chicken thighs
Ingredients
- 8 Chicken Thighs Bone in and skinless (optional)
- 3 tbsp Greek Yogurt whisked
- 1 tbsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tbsp Ginger grated
- 4 Garlic Cloves crushed
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper ground
- 1 tbsp Cilantro finely chopped plus extra for garnish
- Lemon Wedges garnish
Instructions
- Combine the yogurt, turmeric, salt and pepper in a medium-sized bowl. Add the ginger and garlic, then add the chopped cilantro. Whisk it up together to form a thick, smooth paste. Set it aside to let the flavours infuse while you prepare the chicken thighs.
- Remove the skin of the chicken thighs or trim the fat if you prefer to keep some of the skin. Make two slashes in each chicken piece, then add them to a large bowl.
- Using a large spoon or wearing gloves, add the marinade to the chicken and mix it between the slashes to cover each piece until they are smothered in all the marinade.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Set the grill at 400°F and grease the plates with oil. Sometimes I like to use copper mats, making the chicken easy to flip while cooking.
- Place the chicken thighs, flesh side down, onto the hot grills and cook them for about 6 to 7 minutes on each side or until they are golden in colour and have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the thighs onto a warm platter to rest for about 5 minutes. Then, squeeze some lemon juice over the thighs, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with your favourite sides.
Notes
Best tips for making Turmeric Chicken Thighs
- Slash the chicken thighs on the top to let the marinade seep into the slits and flavour the chicken.
- WARNING: Since turmeric stains easily, don’t wear white clothing and use cooking gloves if you plan to mix the marinade into the chicken with your hands.
- Mix the marinating ingredients in a small bowl first to allow all the marinade ingredients to infuse before adding it to the chicken.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- No grilling mat? Then be sure to grease your grills before placing the chicken on them.
- Marinate the chicken in a plastic Ziploc bag for easy prep and storage.