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Roasted Chicken Marinade

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 1 chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • 4 –6 cloves garlic crushed
  • 3 –4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 –1½ teaspoons salt adjust to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix tomato paste, onion powder, smoked paprika, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt into a thick paste.
  • Rub the marinade all over the chicken, including inside the cavity and under the skin if possible.
  • Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
  • Preheat oven to 200°C (about 400°F).
  • Place chicken in a baking dish and cover tightly with foil. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake another 30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Rest for 5–10 minutes before cutting.

Notes

Notes:
  • Marinating overnight gives best results
  • Cover first, then uncover for crispy skin
  • Works with whole chicken or pieces