Chicken drumsticks marinated in yogurt, baked

Name: Chicken drumsticks marinated in yogurt, baked
Ingredients: 1 kg of drumsticks; 300 g of low-fat yogurt; a few coriander seeds; salt; pepper; sweet paprika; mint to taste; 6 potatoes; 4 onions; 5 tablespoons of oil; 2 cloves of garlic; a bunch of fresh dill

Meat - Chicken drumsticks marinated in yogurt, baked by Amelia H. - Recipia

Marinated chicken drumsticks in yogurt are prepared with little effort and end up in the same dish as potatoes and onions. The marinade is quickly made from yogurt and spices, and the 30 minutes in the refrigerator are enough for the chicken to absorb the flavor. While the drumsticks marinate, the vegetables can be prepared. Everything is then baked for about an hour at medium heat. Quick Info Preparation time: about 30 minutes, plus time for cleaning and cutting the ingredients Marinating time: about 30 minutes Baking time: about 1 hour Total time: about 1 hour and 45 minutes, depending on preparation time Servings: the quantity is suitable for a family meal; the exact number of servings is not specified Difficulty: easy Recipe type: main course, baked dish Ingredients For the marinated drumsticks 1 kg of chicken drumsticks 300 g of low-fat yogurt A few coriander seeds Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Sweet paprika, to taste Mint, to taste For the dish 6 potatoes 4 onions 5 tablespoons of oil 2 cloves of garlic 1 bunch of fresh dill Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Sweet paprika, to taste 1 cup of water Preparation method 1. Wash the chicken drumsticks, clean them well, and let them drain. It is important that they are not too wet before placing them in the marinade. 2. Place the drumsticks in a deeper bowl. Add the coriander seeds, mint, salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and yogurt. 3. Mix well so that the yogurt and spices cover all the pieces of chicken. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. 4. While the chicken is marinating, clean the potatoes and onions. Cut the potatoes into suitable pieces for baking, and cut the onion into larger pieces. If the onion is cut too finely, it may soften and brown faster than the potatoes. 5. Place the potatoes in a bowl and mix them with oil, salt, and pepper. Separately, season the onion with oil, salt, and sweet paprika. The 5 tablespoons of oil are used for the potatoes, onion, and to drizzle a little over the vegetables after they are placed in the dish. 6. In a baking dish, arrange the potatoes and onions as desired. Drizzle a little oil on top using the prepared amount for the recipe. 7. Remove the drumsticks from the yogurt marinade and place them over the vegetables. There is no need to rinse them beforehand. Add the garlic and chopped fresh dill to the dish. 8. Pour a cup of water into the dish, then place it in the oven. 9. Bake the dish for about an hour at medium heat. The time may vary slightly depending on the oven and the size of the drumsticks. The dish is ready when the chicken and potatoes are well cooked. Why I make this recipe often I make it when I want to prepare the chicken and side dish at the same time without using multiple dishes. The yogurt marinade is simple and does not require hard-to-find ingredients, and the potatoes and onions pair well with the drumsticks. Additionally, most of the cooking time is spent in the oven, not on the stovetop. It is a practical recipe for days when I don’t want to complicate things with separate sauces. Once the ingredients are prepared, the dish can go straight into the oven. Tips Let the drumsticks drain well after washing, so the marinade doesn’t become too watery. Respect the marinating time of about 30 minutes. The yogurt should cover the chicken, not be used in such a large quantity that it forms a thick layer at the bottom of the bowl. Cut the potatoes into similarly sized pieces. This way, they will cook more evenly. The onion can be left in larger pieces, as specified in the recipe. Larger pieces hold their shape better during baking. An exact temperature is not indicated in the original recipe, so use medium heat and monitor the dish's progress towards the end of the hour of baking. If the chicken or potatoes are not yet cooked through, the dish can be left in the oven a little longer. The exact time depends on the oven and how large the pieces are. Substitutions Low-fat yogurt can be used exactly as indicated in the recipe. There is no need to replace it to achieve the marinade. Fresh dill can be omitted only if you don’t have it on hand, but in the original recipe, it is added over the chicken and vegetables before baking. If you don’t have coriander seeds, they can be omitted, but the flavor of the marinade will be slightly different. It is not recommended to add another spice quantity without considering its taste. Variations You can change the way you cut the potatoes, but keep them large enough for the indicated baking time. The onion can also be arranged in larger pieces or cut into quarters. The amount of mint, pepper, salt, and paprika can be adjusted to taste. If you prefer a milder flavor, use the spices sparingly, especially the paprika and mint, which are quite noticeable in the marinade. For a more pronounced garlic flavor, the two cloves can be chopped or crushed before being added to the dish. The original recipe only mentions adding the garlic without a specific cutting method. Serving ideas The drumsticks are served together with the potatoes and onions from the dish. The dill and garlic remain in the dish and contribute to the final flavor. It is easier to portion directly from the baking dish after it has been taken out of the oven. The dish can be served as a main course without a side dish since the potatoes are included in the recipe. Frequently Asked Questions How long should the drumsticks stay in the yogurt marinade? In this recipe, the drumsticks stay in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This time is respected after the chicken has been mixed with yogurt, coriander, mint, salt, pepper, and paprika. Is all the marinade poured into the dish? The drumsticks are removed from the yogurt marinade and placed over the potatoes and onions. The recipe does not specify pouring the remaining marinade into the dish, so it is not added separately. What type of dish is used? The dish is placed in a baking dish. The potatoes, onions, drumsticks, garlic, dill, and cup of water are placed in it. At what temperature are the drumsticks baked? The recipe indicates medium heat without specifying an exact temperature. Baking takes about an hour, but the time may vary depending on the oven and the size of the chicken pieces. Can I prepare the vegetables while the chicken is marinating? Yes. The potatoes and onions are cleaned and seasoned in the approximately 30 minutes while the drumsticks are in the refrigerator. This way, the dish can be assembled immediately after marinating. Nutritional values The values are estimated and may vary depending on the size of the drumsticks, whether they have skin or not, the actual amount of oil used, and the number of servings. For approximately 5 servings, one serving may contain around: Calories: approximately 650-750 kcal Protein: approximately 40-45 g Fat: approximately 30-35 g Carbohydrates: approximately 45-55 g Some of the fat comes from the chicken and oil, while the carbohydrates mainly come from potatoes and onions. For more accurate values, information about the actual amount of meat on the drumsticks, whether skin is used, and the amount of oil left in the dish after baking would be necessary. Storage and reheating If there is leftover dish, let it cool and store it in the refrigerator in a covered container. It is best consumed within the next few days. When reheating, heat only the amount you plan to eat. The drumsticks and potatoes can be reheated in the oven or in another suitable way for cooked food. Ensure they are heated thoroughly before serving. The potatoes may slightly change texture after storage, but the dish remains suitable for a quick meal the next day.

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