Grilled Chicken on Charcoal

Grilled chicken on charcoal is one of the most beloved dishes worldwide, especially enjoyed during family gatherings. Here's a simple and flavorful recipe to make the perfect charcoal-grilled chicken.

Preparation Time: 60 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients:

Chicken: 1.25 kg (cut into pieces)

Olive oil: 3 tbsp

Hot red pepper powder: 2 tbsp

Yogurt: 2 tbsp

Garlic: 2 tsp (minced)

Cumin: 1 tsp

Sumac: ½ tsp

Black pepper: ½ tsp

Salt: 2 tsp

Ketchup: 1 tbsp

Instructions:

Prepare the Marinade: In a deep bowl, combine the olive oil, yogurt, minced garlic, and ketchup. Add the sumac, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly until well-combined.

Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a full night to allow the chicken to absorb all the flavors.

Grill the Chicken: Preheat your charcoal grill. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on the grill. Cook for about 25 minutes, flipping the pieces occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on both sides.

Serve: Once the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char, remove it from the grill and place it on a serving dish. Serve hot with a variety of appetizers or sides of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious charcoal-grilled chicken!