Chicken in a Foil Recipe
This Chicken in a Foil recipe offers a flavorful and tender chicken dish, perfect for those seeking a mouthwatering appetizer for a special meal. The marinated chicken legs are baked to perfection, enveloped in a foil parcel that locks in all the delicious juices and spices. The combination of tandoori masala, yogurt, and a sweet and spicy sauce elevates the dish to a savory experience thatโs both satisfying and simple to make.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken legs (washed and cleaned) | 6 pieces |
| Tandoori masala | 3 tablespoons |
| Lemon (juiced) | 1 |
| Curd (Dahi / Yogurt) | 3/4 cup |
| Red chilli sauce | 3 tablespoons |
| Tomato ketchup | 1 cup |
| Homemade tomato puree | 1/2 cup |
| Dessicated coconut | 1/2 cup |
| Honey | 1 tablespoon |
| Cashew nuts (ground to paste) | 2 tablespoons |
| Poppy seeds (ground to paste) | 1-1/2 tablespoons |
| Salt | To taste |
| Ginger garlic paste | 1 tablespoon |
| Red chilli powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Cumin powder (Jeera) | 1 teaspoon |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Indian
Course: Appetizer
Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Instructions:
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Marinate the Chicken
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken legs with ginger garlic paste, tandoori masala, curd (yogurt), red chili sauce, salt, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly, ensuring the chicken is well-coated in the marinade. Let it rest for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. -
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and allow it to heat for about 10 minutes. -
Prepare the Chicken for Baking
Once the chicken has marinated, place the chicken legs on a sheet of aluminum foil. Fold the foil over the chicken, creating a sealed parcel to trap the heat and moisture. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. -
Prepare the Sauce
While the chicken is baking, heat some oil in a pan. Add the tomato puree, red chili powder, poppy seed paste, dessicated coconut, cashew paste, and cumin powder. Stir and cook the mixture on low to medium heat until it thickens and the oil separates from the masala. This will form a rich, flavorful sauce to coat the chicken once itโs baked. -
Combine the Chicken and Sauce
Once the chicken is done baking, carefully open the foil parcel. Transfer the cooked chicken legs into the pan with the prepared sauce. Gently toss the chicken to coat it evenly in the sauce, allowing the flavors to combine. -
Serve
Serve this Chicken in a Foil Recipe with your favorite accompaniments, such as Cheese Garlic Naan, Pickled Onions, Pakki Mutton Biryani, and Burani Raita, for a complete and satisfying meal.
This dish is ideal for a weekend dinner or special occasion, where the delightful flavors of Indian spices take center stage. The foil method locks in moisture, keeping the chicken tender while infusing it with aromatic spices and rich sauces. Enjoy this aromatic, flavorful dish thatโs sure to please everyone at your table!
