Chicken with Spiced Yogurt Marinade

Ingredients

1. 2 cups plain whole milk yogurt
2. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3. 4 garlic cloves, minced
4. 1 medium onion, minced
5. 2 teaspoons ground coriander
6. 1 teaspoon ground cumin
7. 2 teaspoons kosher salt
8. 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
9. 1/2 teaspoon (lightly packed) saffron threads, crumbled
10. 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
11. Two 3 1/2-pound chickens, each cut into eight pieces

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, onion, coriander, cumin, salt, pepper, saffron and cinnamon. Stir well to blend.
2. Place the chicken pieces in a large glass or ceramic dish and pour the marinade on top. Let marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3. Light a grill. Cook the chicken pieces over a medium-hot fire, turning often, until lightly charred on both sides and just cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.