Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make full grilled chicken — juicy inside, crispy outside, and bursting with flavor 🔥🍗
🌿 Ingredients
For 1 whole chicken (about 1–1.5 kg):
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Whole chicken – 1 (cleaned and skin on or off as preferred)
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Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
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Yogurt – 3 tbsp (optional for tender meat)
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Ginger-garlic paste – 2 tbsp
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Red chili powder – 1½ tsp (adjust to taste)
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Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
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Coriander powder – 1 tsp
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Cumin powder – 1 tsp
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Black pepper powder – ½ tsp
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Garam masala – 1 tsp
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Salt – as needed
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Oil or melted butter – 2 tbsp
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Fresh coriander leaves – for garnish
🧂 Marination
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Clean & prepare
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Wash the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
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Make deep cuts/slits on both sides of the chicken to help the marinade penetrate.
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Mix the marinade
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In a bowl, mix lemon juice, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, all spices, and oil/butter into a smooth paste.
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Coat the chicken
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Rub the marinade all over the chicken — inside and out, especially into the cuts.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight gives best flavor).
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🔥 Grilling Options
1. Oven Method
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Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Place the chicken on a baking tray or grill rack.
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Bake for 45–60 minutes, turning halfway through and brushing with a little oil or butter.
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Once done, check that the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) or that juices run clear when pierced.
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For a smoky flavor, you can broil/grill for the last 5 minutes.
2. Charcoal/Outdoor Grill Method
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Heat the grill and lightly oil the grate.
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Place chicken over medium heat.
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Grill for 40–50 minutes, turning every 10–15 minutes and brushing with butter/oil.
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Check doneness — the meat should be juicy and tender, not pink near the bone.
3. Stove/Grill Pan Method (if no oven)
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Heat a grill pan on medium heat and brush with oil.
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Cook the chicken covered, flipping occasionally.
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It will take around 45 minutes total — brush with butter in between.
🧈 Final Touch
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Brush once more with butter or ghee.
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Garnish with chopped coriander and lemon wedges.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve with:-
Mint chutney or garlic sauce
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Onion rings & lemon wedges
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Butter naan or parotta
Would you like me to give you a Middle Eastern-style (like Arabic grilled chicken) or Indian tandoori-style version next?
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