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Coriander Chicken Thighs With Cauliflower And Herbed Yogurt

This flavorful dish features juicy coriander-marinated chicken thighs paired with tender roasted cauliflower and a refreshing herbed yogurt sauce. Perfect for a hearty dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 roasting pan
  • 1 cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt for herbed yogurt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground coriander, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix to create a marinade.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • On a baking sheet, arrange the cauliflower florets. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  • Place the marinated chicken thighs on the same baking sheet, skin side up.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden and crispy, and the cauliflower is tender and slightly caramelized.
  • While the chicken and cauliflower are roasting, prepare the herbed yogurt: In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken and cauliflower from the oven. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve the coriander chicken thighs with roasted cauliflower, drizzled with the herbed yogurt.

Notes

For added spice, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
You can substitute the Greek yogurt with regular yogurt if desired.
This dish pairs well with naan or rice for a complete meal.