Spicy Yogurt-Marinated Roast Chicken

This flavorful dish features a whole chicken marinated in a rich blend of Indian spices and yogurt, resulting in tender, juicy meat infused with aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for a comforting meal with a hint of heat!

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, salt, green chillies, red chilli powder, mint, curry leaves, turmeric powder, fennel seeds, ginger, and garlic. 2. Mix well to form a smooth marinade. 3. Coat the whole chicken with the marinade, ensuring it's well covered both inside and out. 4. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor. 5. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). 6. Place the marinated chicken on a roasting rack in a baking dish. 7. Drizzle with vegetable oil and roast for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). 8. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

1 whole chicken (about 1 kg) 200g plain yogurt 1 tsp salt 2 green chillies, finely chopped 1 tsp red chilli powder 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped 10 curry leaves, finely chopped 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp fennel seeds, crushed 1-inch piece ginger, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp vegetable oil