Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs (0.5 syns)
Another bbq style chicken. Not spicy at all but equally delicious
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 5 people
Ingredients
- 10 chicken thighs or 20 chicken drumsticks de-skinned
- Juice of 3 lemons
- Grate zest of 1 unwaxed lemon
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp. tomato puree
- 1 tbsp dried mixed herbs
- 1 tsp mustard powder English Mustard Powder
- 2 tablespoon fat free natural yoghurt or Honey I prefer latter – but try different versions
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Method
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Chicken thighs – cut off any excess bits of fat. Add cuts to the thighs/drumsticks for the marinade to seep through.
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In a separate bowl, mix together lemon juice, zest, garlic, tomato puree, herbs, mustard and honey (or yoghurt).
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Add the chicken pieces to the mixed spice marinade and mix thoroughly.
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Allow to sit for 20-30 minutes or preferably overnight.
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Place pieces on a wire rack and stick in the oven (or halogen oven) – 180 C or 160 if fan assisted.
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Turn pieces after 12 mins (12 mins on each side)