Grilled Chicken Marinated In Cumin Lemon And Garlic Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this irresistible grilled chicken recipe! Tender chicken marinated for 8 hours in a fragrant blend of cumin, lemon, garlic, and warming spices, then grilled to perfection. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 480 mins
Cook Time 570 mins
Calories 526.7 kcal
Protein 78g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Grilled Chicken Marinated In Cumin Lemon And Garlic

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How to Make Grilled Chicken Marinated In Cumin Lemon And Garlic

  1. In a skillet, toast 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 2 tablespoons ground cumin, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  2. Finely grind the toasted spices in a small food processor until a powder forms.
  3. Add 4 cloves garlic and 2 teaspoons salt to the food processor.
  4. Pulse until a smooth paste forms.
  5. Transfer the spice paste to a large bowl.
  6. Add 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped), zest and juice of 2 lemons, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  7. Add 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken quarters to the bowl.
  8. Turn the chicken to coat it evenly in the marinade.
  9. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  10. Prepare your outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  11. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
  12. Scrape off any excess marinade clinging to the chicken with a spoon or spatula.
  13. Sprinkle the chicken generously with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
  14. Grill the chicken for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

47g

Carbs

1g