Egyptian Chicken

Discover the bold and exotic flavors of Egyptian Chicken, a dish that brings Middle Eastern-inspired elegance to your dinner table. This recipe features tender, bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a creamy, spiced yogurt blend infused with garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon. The result is succulent, flavor-packed chicken with a golden, caramelized finish, roasted to perfection in your oven. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for special occasions. Serve it with fluffy rice, warm flatbread, or roasted vegetables, and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Create a delicious journey of flavors with this versatile, crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.

Step 5

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley and serve with rice, flatbread, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1247.7 grams (1247.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2347

Total Fat 172.70g	221%
Saturated Fat 46.60g	233%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 3280mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 30.60g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 18.80g
Protein 177.10g	354%

Vitamin D 118IU	588%
Calcium 634mg	49%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 2498mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 5.1%