Mix together all the ingredients (except chicken) and let it rest for some time.

Remove the skin & clean the chicken.

Make deep gashes in the chicken.

Now marinate the chicken well with the spice blend, rub evenly inside-out.

Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours

Preheat oven to 180-190 degree

Grill the chicken for an hour or so (changing sides after 30mins).

Brush oil to the sides while turning.

Towards the end increase the temperature above 200 degrees to allow browning of the top surface.

Remove from oven when cooked, sprinkle some parsley & ground pepper.

Serve hot with salad, lemon wedges & mint chutney.