Indian Chicken Rub
Transform your chicken dishes with the bold and aromatic flavors of this Indian Chicken Rub, a vibrant blend of spices designed to infuse your meat with mouthwatering depth. Featuring a harmonious mix of ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, and garam masala, this rub combines fragrant spices with a touch of cayenne for a gentle heat, balanced by the warmth of cinnamon and ginger. Enhanced with minced garlic, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and olive oil for a rich, paste-like consistency, this rub acts as both a seasoning and a marinade. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying, it pairs beautifully with chicken thighs, breasts, or even drumsticks. With just 10 minutes of preparation, followed by a restorative marination period, this recipe guarantees succulent, flavor-packed chicken every time. Ideal for Indian cuisine enthusiasts, this easy-to-make spice blend is your shortcut to restaurant-quality chicken at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine all the dry spices: ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, garam masala, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the minced garlic to the dry spice mixture and combine until evenly distributed.
Stir in the lemon juice and olive oil. Mix thoroughly to create a paste-like consistency.
Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl or resealable bag.
Rub the spice paste evenly onto the chicken, ensuring that each piece is well coated.
Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse.
The chicken is now ready for cooking. Grill, roast, or pan-fry according to your preference until fully cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3614 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 424 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
