Marinated Bil Dajaj (grilled Spiced Chicken Thighs With Yogurt Marinade)
Marinated Bil Dajaj is a popular Qatari dish featuring succulent grilled spiced chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful yogurt mixture. This dish is perfect for a weekend barbecue or a special family dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and shake off any excess. Brush with olive oil.
- Grill the chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
- Transfer the grilled chicken thighs to a platter and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve the Marinated Bil Dajaj hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl Brush
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Marinated Bil Dajaj with fragrant saffron rice, grilled vegetables, and a side of creamy hummus.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the grilled chicken thighs before serving.
Cost
$15