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poultry - chicken, cream, ginger, bake, recipe

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Baked Chicken Raj 
Chicken marinated in the Ginger Marinade, baked in a blend of creme fraīche and yoghurt, served on saffron rice. Very memorable!  Inspired by the Raj era in India.

serves 2 (marinate 8 hrs. to overnight) 
preheat oven to 180°C

2 chicken legs with thighs or breasts 
marinade for 2 legs with thighs 
(4 pieces): 
4 T. grated ginger 
1 T. minced garlic 
150 ml. creme fraīche 
150 ml. yoghurt 
1 t. finely ground 
coriander (or powder) 
salt, pepper 

garnish: 
chopped coriander 

Remove skin from chicken, wash and pat dry. With a sharp knife, score into the meat, not entirely to the bone. (Two cuts per piece, three for a large breast if white meat is preferred.) 

Mix the marinade and rub into the chicken, especially into the scored meat. Refrigerate at least 8 hours. I prefer overnight. 

Allow to come to room temperature before placing in the hot oven. Bake for 30 minutes covered and a further 30 to 40 minutes uncovered. (If using only chicken breasts, bake covered 15 minutes and 15-20 minutes uncovered) 

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves or parsley and serve with saffron rice. 


Note: You can forgo the creme fraīche and yoghurt and replace with heavy cream. 

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