Succulent Spiced Grilled Chicken

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper provides flavor without heat.

garam masala

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder is a more accessible spice blend.

Welcome to the show and introduce the recipe.

Mention using mixed spices available at home.

State that the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice charred taste.

Introduce the spices: paprika, garlic powder, black pepper powder, ginger powder, and salt.

Add about a teaspoon of each spice to a bowl.

Mix the spices together, adjusting amounts based on preference.

Score the chicken by making slits to help it cook faster and allow spices to penetrate.

Remove the skin from the chicken for a healthier option, but note that skin can be left on if preferred.

Generously rub the spice mixture on both sides of the chicken.

Add a small amount of oil to the chicken to prevent burning during grilling.

Turn on the grill and wait for it to heat up.

Place the chicken on the grill, cooking on medium heat and listen for a sizzling sound.

Cook the first side for about 4 minutes, then check for blood coming out to know when to turn it.

Turn the chicken when blood appears, indicating it's cooked on that side.

Cook the second side for an additional 4-5 minutes, keeping an eye on it to prevent burning.

Check for bubbling and clear liquid to ensure the chicken is fully cooked; avoid pink meat.

Total cooking time is about 8 minutes for the chicken.

Serve the chicken with sides of your choice, such as salad or rice.

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