Turmeric Chicken

Name: Turmeric Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 6 pieces bone-in, (skin-on chicken (whole legs, breasts, or a combination), pat dry); 1 large fennel bulb, (cored and sliced); 1 large sweet onion, (sliced into half moons); 2 oranges, (sliced whole with the peel); 1 lime, (thinly sliced); 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1 lime, (juiced); 2 tablespoons yellow mustard; 3 tablespoons brown sugar, (plus more for sprinkling); 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; Kosher salt; Black pepper

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

An all-star turmeric chicken recipe with a delicious citrus marinade and a variety of Eastern Mediterranean spices! I use bone-in skin-on chicken leg quarters, but you can use different chicken pieces if you like. Boneless chicken is an option as well, but be sure to check out my tips for how to adjust cooking time. Serve with rice or a grain to soak up the sauce.

Updated at: Mon, 22 Dec 2025 03:04:25 GMT