Category: Chicken Recipes

Discover thousands of tasty Chicken Recipes with photos, cooking tips and step by step instructions on how to make them.

  • Chicken Angara Recipe

    Chicken Angara is another recipe of spicy dry chicken curry.  Chicken angara is made with boneless chicken pieces cooked in  almond and tomato paste. Amaze your friends and family by  cooking deliciously perfect Chicken Angara. Follow step by step instructions of Chicken Angara recipe !!

    [one_third] Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 3[/one_third_last]

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    • 500 gm Boneless chicken
    • 3 tbsp  chopped ginger
    • 2 tbsp chopped garlic
    • 4 onions, finely chopped
    • 10-12 dry red chillies (sock in water for an hour and make a smooth paste)
    • 4 tbsp Tomato paste
    • 4 tbsp Almond paste
    • 1 tsp Coriander powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala
    • salt to taste
    • 4 tbsp oil

    For Garnishing:

    • few coriander leaves, chopped
    • 2-3 green chilies, diced
    • 4 lemon wedges

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 3 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil in pan and saute onion,ginger and garlic until golden brown.

    Step 2

    Add coriander powder and garam masala Add tomato paste and saute well.

    Step 3

    Add chilli paste and cook well.

    Step 4

    Add almond paste and saute 5 minutes.

    Step 5

    Add chicken pieces and salt. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is tender.

    Step 6

    Take it into a serving dish. Garnish with copped coriander leaves and dry chillies. Angara Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with naan.

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  • Balti Chicken Recipe

    Balti Chicken Recipe

    Balti Chicken is a traditional Pakistani dish. This is such an easy Chicken Balti recipe, but so tasty.Chicken curry stir-fry with tomatoes and spices in Balti pot or flat bottom wok. Garnish with Sesame Seeds and fresh Coriander. It goes well with Roghni naan. Check it out the Balti Chicken recipe here!!Pakistani curries are popular all over the world. Every region in Pakistan has there own version and taste of curry cooked with gravy. This balti chicken is great for lunch main dish or for dinner. Its prepared with simple spices. Enjoy with naan or chapati.

    [one_third] Prep Time:10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time:30  minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

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    • 1 kg boneless chicken, cut into 1 inch pieces
    • 4 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 4 tbsp clarified butter
    • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 8 tomatoes, finely chopped
    • 2 curry leaves
    • 2 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
    • 2 tsp salt or according to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
    • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
    • 6 green chilies

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil and clarified butter in a flat bootom wok.

    Step 2

    Put curry leaves, garlic and mustard seeds in it. Fry for 30 seconds or until start crackling.

    Step 3

    Now add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes or until all water absorbed. Keep stirring.

    Step 4

    Add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes then put chicken in it.

    Step 5

    Cook for 10 minutes on high flame or until chicken is no longer pink.

    Step 6

    Now add 1 cup water. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 20 minutes on medium heat or until chicken is tender.

    Step 7

    Take it out in heated serving dish. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped coriander leaves over it.

    Step 8

    Garnished with green chilies. Balti Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with Roghni Naan.

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  • Dhaba-Style Favorite: Make Restaurant-Style Lahori Chicken Karahi at Home

    Chicken karahi’s are very popular in Pakistan and don’t take long to make. Chicken Karahi is a blend of spices and chicken,cooked with onion and tomatoes. If you have to fix a quick simple lunch in 30 minutes then make sure you treat yourself with this delicious Lahori chicken karahi recipe, and leave your review below.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

    • 1 kg chicken, cut into small pieces
    • 4 tbsp clarified butter
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1/2 cup natural yogurt
    • 4 tomatoes, finely chopped
    • 1/2 black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
    • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • salt according to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 tbsp sliced ginger
    • 4 green chilies, thinly sliced
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
    • few lemon wedges

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Heat oil in a deep pan or Karahi. Add clarified butter and ginger garlic paste.

    Step 2

    Stir fry for 2 minute then put chicken in it. Cook and keep stirring for 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink .

    Step 3

    Add all spices, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin and salt. Cook for 2 minutes then add little water.

    Step 4

    Cover with the lid and cook 10 minutes on medium heat. While cooking make sure that it does not stick to the pan or Karahi.

    Step 5

    Now add chopped tomatoes, black pepper and yogurt in it. Cook on high flame for 5-8 minutes or until all water dries up. Keep stirring.

    Step 6

    Once the oil separates from gravy turn the stove off. Sprinkle Garam masala over it.

    Step 7

    Garnish withe ginger, green chilies and fresh coriander leaves. Lahori Chicken Karahi is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with naan, salad and chutney.

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  • RECIPE: Crispy Chicken Kebab

    RECIPE: Crispy Chicken Kebab

    Instead of getting bored with simple kebab, try this crispy  chicken kebab recipe with refreshing mint flavor. Serve with ketchup or your other favorite dip and satisfy your taste buds. 

    [one_third] Prep Time: 15 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 5 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

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    • 500 gm chicken mince
    • 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
    • 1 cup bread crumbs
    • 2 tbsp cornflour
    • 1 bunch mint leaves, finely chopped
    • 4 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 1 tsp red chili
    • 2 tbsp seekh kebab spice
    • salt to taste
    • Oil for frying

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    1. Place chicken mince in a electric chopper.
    2. Add cornflour, green chilies, black pepper, red chili, seekh kebab spice and salt.
    3. Chop together.
    4. Then add mint leaves and mic well.
    5. Make kebabs out of the mixture.
    6. Dip each kebab in egg white then roll into bread crumbs.
    7. Heat oil in pan over medium high heat.
    8. Fry kebabs for 2 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy.
    9. Remove from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
    10. Crispy Chicken Kebabs are ready now.

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    • Serve with chutney.

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  • Melt-in-Your-Mouth Kabab: The Perfect Chicken Reshmi Kabab Recipe!

    Chicken Reshmi Kabab

    Reshmi kabab are popular for its extra tender and extra creamy flavor and texture.  But you are going to fall in love with the smoothness and tenderness of these chicken reshmi kabab. Raw papaya, cream and dry milk together creates an exceptional taste.

    Check it out the Chicken Reshmi Kabab recipe here!!

    Chicken Reshmi Kabab Recipe

    • 1/2 kg chicken mince
    • 2 bread slices
    • 1 packet fresh cream
    • 1 tsp white cumin
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp papaya paste
    • 2 tbsp seekh kabab masala
    • 2 tbsp oil
    • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
    • 1 tbsp dry milk powder
    • 1 tbsp roasted gram
    • 4 whole black pepper
    • 6 green cardamoms
    • salt to taste
    • 2 green chilies (chopped)
    • 1/2 bunch mint leaves (finely chopped)

    Method

    1. Place chicken mince and bread slices in a large bowl.
    2. Grind roasted gram, cumin seeds, green cardamom, black pepper and poppy seeds.
    3. Add this powder into chicken mince.
    4. Place chicken mince in a Chopper.
    5. Process until well combined.
    6. Take it out in a bowl.
    7. Add seekh kabab Masala, dry milk powder, fresh cream, salt, red chili powder, green chilies, mint leaves and papaya paste.
    8. Mix well.
    9. Leave it for 20 minutes.
    10. Then make seekh kabab out of mixture.
    11. Preheat a grill on medium high heat.
    12. Cook kabab on the grill for 10 minutes or until cooked thorough, brush with a little oil.
    13. Chicken Reshmi Kabab is ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with reshmi paratha and mint chutney.

  • The Secret to Juicy Chicken & Tangy Flavor: Chatpata Chicken Tikka Recipe!

    This is a flavorful chatpata chicken Tikka recipe, which is a hot and spicy chicken, flavored with lime juice and red chili. Try this Chatpata Chicken Tikka Recipe  and don’t forget to share your experience with us !!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes + Marination[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 4[/one_third_last]

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    • 2 chickens breasts , cut into 4 pieces
    • 1/2 cup lime juice
    • 1/4 cup water
    • 4 tablespoon cooking oil
    • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
    • 1 tablespoon red chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
    • a pinch of food color

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 4 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients except the chicken.

    Step 2

    Pour this marination over the chicken. Toss to coat evenly.

    Step 3

    Make 4 deep slits on each chicken breast with a sharp knife.

    Step 4

    Cover and marinate chicken for 8 hours or overnight to blend flavors.

    Step 5

    Grill chicken or broil it in an oven for 35 minutesor untill all juices run clear.

    Step 6

    Transfer into a serving dish. Garnish with lettuce leaves and lime wedges. Chatpata Chicken Tikka is ready to serve.
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    • Serve with chutney and naan.

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  • Chicken Chatpata Recipe: A Tangy & Delicious Treat!

    Another mouthwatering and spicy chicken curry. This is a wonderful chicken chatpat recipe, which is a slightly saucy spicy chicken, flavored with chili sauce, tomato sauce and vinegar. Try this Chicken Chatpata recipe and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 25 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

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    • 2 lbs Boneless Chicken
    • 1/4 cup cornflour
    • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
    • 3 eggs
    • 4 leaves Curry Leaf
    • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
    • 4 tbsp  Chili Sauce
    • 2 tbsp  Vinegar
    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • salt to taste
    • Vegetable Oil

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 5 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash chicken and trim all excess fat. Cut chicken into long strips.

    Step 2

    In a medium bowl, combine cornflour, flour ,eggs, red chili powder and salt.

    Step 3

    Beat well to a sticky consistency.

    Step 4

    Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet, dip chicken pieces in flour batter. Fry chicken pieces in oil for 6-8 minutes or until turn golden.

    Step 5

    Remove from the oil and place on tissue paper to soak extra oil.

    Step 6

    Heat 1tablespoon oil in a separate pan. Add curry leaves. When the leaves crackle, add chilli sauce.

    Step 7

    Stir fry for 2 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water ,tomato sauce, and vinegar in it. Bring to a boil then add fried chicken.

    Step 8

    Keep stirring and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes or until well done.

    Step 9

    Take it out in a serving dish. Chicken Chatpata is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with chapati, naan, or rice.

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  • Flavor Explosion: The Easy Dhaba Chilly Chicken Recipe

    This dhaba Chilly Chicken Recipe is for non-vegetarian and spicy food lovers. Chicken is marinated with corn flour, soya sauce and vinegar for half an hour.  Marinating chicken gives moist and juicy that you can cook and enjoy with plain bloiled rice or naan bread. Check it out the Dhaba Chilly Chicken Recipe here !!

    [one_third] Prep Time:30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 30 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 3[/one_third_last]

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    • 500 gm boneless chicken
    • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
    • 1/4 cup oil
    • 1 tsp ginger paste
    • 1 tsp garlic paste
    • 1 tsp green chili paste
    • 1 tbsp vinegar
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp corn flour
    • 1 tbsp honey
    • 1 tbsp lemon juice
    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • salt to taste
    • 1 inch piece of ginger, thinly sliced
    • 4 green chilies, thinly sliced
    • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

    [/tab] [tab]Yield: 3 servings

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Cut chicken into small pieces.

    Step 2

    Place chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add cornflour, soy sauce and vinegar in it. Marinate for 30 minutes.

    Step 3

    Heat oil in a pan or skillet. Add chopped onions and fry for 4-5 minutes or until golden.

    Step 4

    Then add ginger garlic paste,red chilies and marinate chicken. Stir fry for 10 minutes.

    Step 5

    Add salt, lemon juice and honey. Cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is tender.

    Step 6

    Top with ginger slices, green chilies and coriander leaves. Dhaba Chilly Chicken is ready to serve.

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    • Enjoy with naan or paratha.

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  • The Best Chicken Fingers Recipe You’ll Ever Try

     The Best Chicken Fingers 

    Restaurant food made at home! Did you know it could be so easy? Chicken Fingers recipe is an easy to make finger food, made with chicken, seasoned bread crumbs, eggs and ranch dressing. These chicken fingers are crispy, crunchy and moist. You can prepare them as a snack or meal in 30 minutes and they are always a hit.

    Prep Time: 15 minutes

    Cook Time: 12 minutes

     Servings: 6

    Ingredients

    • 6 chicken fillets
    • 2 eggs whites
    • 1 packet bread crumbs
    • 1/2 cup cornflour
    • 2 tbsp white flour
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp vinegar
    • 1 tbsp chicken cube white flour
    • 1 tsp sugar
    • 1 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • salt to taste
    • Oil for frying

    Yield: 6 servings

    Directions:

    1. Rinse chicken fillets then cut into fingers.
    2. Place chicken pieces into a large bowl.
    3. Add cornflour, white flour, soy sauce, vinegar, chicken cube white flour and baking powder.
    4. Mix well.
    5. Season with salt and pepper.
    6. Beat egg whites in a separate bowl.
    7. Place bread crumbs in a shallow dish.
    8. Dip chicken fingers in the egg whites then roll into the bread crumbs.
    9. Deep fry chicken fingers for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
    10. Take it from the oil and drain on an absorbent paper.
    11. Chicken Fingers are ready to serve.

     

    • Serve with mayo dipping sauce.

     

  • The Perfect Weeknight Meal: Quick & Easy Chicken White Karahi Recipe!

    Chicken White Karahi

    When guest arrive unexpectedly and you just want to make a quick dish. Then this  Chicken white Karahi recipe will help you out. Take it from the expert and bring restaurant like flavor in your everyday meals. Try it and don’t forget to share your experience with us!!

     Chicken White Karahi recipe
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    Chicken White Karahi recipe
    Chicken White Karahi with Chapati

    Check it out the Chicken white karahi recipe here!!

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook Time: 35 minutes

    Servings: 6

    Difficulty Level: Easy 

    Ingredients:

    • 1-1/2 kg chicken, cut into small pieces
    • 1 cup fresh curd
    • 1/4 Cup oil
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 1/2 tsp White pepper
    • salt to taste
    • 1/2 garam masala powder
    • 3 green onions, chopped
    • 4 green Chilies,chopped
    • 1 inch piece of ginger
    • 2 tbsp fresh cream

    How to make Chicken White Karahi:

    • In a pan or karahi heat oil over medium heat.
    • Saute ginger garlic paste.
    • Add chicken and fry till color changes.
    • When little water is left, add green onion (leave some green part for later use).
    • Mix green chillies & ginger slices.
    • Beat curd and add black pepper, white pepper, salt.
    • Mix it in chicken.
    • And cook for few more minutes then remove from the heat.
    • Transfer into a serving bowl and mix left over green onion, more ginger slices.
    • Add Fresh cream in it and sprinkle garam masala powder over it.
    • Chicken White Karahi is ready to serve!

    Serving Suggestions:

     

    • Serve hot with naan, salad, and raita.

    If you like  Chicken white Karahi recipe and make it then let me know your feedback by commenting below.

  • Recipe: Hammer Chili Chicken

     Hammer Chili Chicken 

    You will enjoy making this hammer chili chicken. The presentation of this dish is simply lovely. You can serve it on top of rice, with baked potatoes, french fried, salads or sauces of choice or however you feel like. Must try this Hammer Chili Chicken recipe!

    Prep Time: 30 minutes

    Cook Time: 15 minutes

    Servings: 4

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 kg boneless chicken breasts
    • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp garlic paste
    • 2 tbsp papaya paste
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice
    • 2 tbsp green chili paste
    • salt to taste

     

    Directions:

    1. Wash chicken and drain.
    2. Then hammer chicken breasts with wooden hammer.
    3. Now put green chili paste, ginger garlic paste, papaya paste and salt on it.
    4. Marinate for 20 minutes.
    5. Heat oil in a grill pan over medium heat.
    6. Put coated chicken pieces in hot oil.
    7. Stir fry for few minutes then let it simmer for 5-8 minutes or until chicken is tender.
    8. Take it out in a dish.
    9. Pour lemons juice on it.
    10. Delicious Hammer Chili Chicken is ready now.

     

    • Serve with  Fried Rice.

     

  • Bohri Roast Recipe

    Try this Bohri Roast Recipe with a macaroni and spices that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t try it earlier. Check out the Bohri Roast recipe here!!

    [one_third] Prep Time: 8 hours [/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 1 hour[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

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    • 1 whole chicken
    • 1 cup plain yogurt, whipped
    • 1/4 cup cooking oil
    • 2 tablespoon macaroni
    • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
    • 1 tablespoon ginger paste
    • 10 green chilies, chopped
    • 15 almonds
    • 1 bunch fresh coriander leaves, chopped
    • salt to taste

    For Garnishing:

    • 2 boiled eggs, cut into half
    • 1 cup french fries

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    Directions:
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    Step 1

    Wash and clean chicken and pat dry.

    Step 2

    Score chicken with a fork.

    Step 3

    Put yogurt, ginger garlic paste, salt, almonds, coriander and green chilies in a blender. Process and make a smooth paste.

    Step 4

    Spread this marinade on the whole chicken.

    Step 5

    Cover and marinate for 6 hours or overnight to blend flavors.

    Step 6

    Put marinated chicken in a deep wok. Add 1 cup water. Cover with a lid and cook on low flame for 40-45 minutes or until chicken tenderize and sauce thickens.

    Step 7

    Now add macaroni in it.

    Step 8

    Heat oil in anther sauce pan over medium heat. Fry garlic paste in it.

    Step 9

    Pour this mixture on top of the chicken.

    Step 10

    Take chicken out in a serving dish. Garnish with boiled egg and French fries. Bohri Roast is ready to serve.

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    • Serve with Tomato ketchup.

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  • RECIPE: Jhatpat Chicken (Quick Chicken Curry)

    RECIPE: Jhatpat Chicken (Quick Chicken Curry)

    This Jhatpat Chicken is very quick to prepare and tasty too. It goes with chapati for light lunch menu with salad and chutney. 

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes+ marination[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time:25  minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 5[/one_third_last]

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    For Jhatpat Chicken:

    • 1 kg chicken, cut into 16 pieces
    • 1/2 cup cooking oil
    • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1 tbsp Wooster sauce
    • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
    • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp mustard powder
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • 1 tsp salt

    For Sauce:

    • 1 onion, cut into rings
    • 1 tomato, cut into fingers
    • 1 capsicum, cut into rings
    • a pinch of orange color
    • 2 tbsp tomato paste
    • 2 tbsp vinegar
    • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1 tsp sugar

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    1. Put chicken pieces into a bowl.
    2. Add ginger garlic paste, mustard powder, Wooster sauce and tomato ketchup.
    3. Season with red chili salt and black pepper.
    4. Cover and marinate for 2 hours.
    5. After 2 hours, heat oil in a deep skillet or pot.
    6. Put marinated chicken in it.
    7. Cook for 10 minutes or until no longer pink.
    8. Now add all the ingredients for sauce with 1 cup water.
    9. Cover with a lid and let it simmer for 10 minutes or until cooked thorough.
    10. Now add vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
    11. Take it out in a serving dish.
    12. Jhatpat Chicken is ready now.

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    • Serve hot with Naan or Paratha.

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  • Weeknight Delight: Easy Tandoori Boti Recipe for Busy Weekdays!

    Tandoori Boti 

    Tandoori Boti is a very popular sort of fast food that is common in Pakistan and India. It’s really good for people who love spicy flavors and is easy to make. You can use this spicy recipe for mutton, beef or lamb and either bake, grill or BBQ the marinated meat. Serve with salad and mint raita.  Try this mouthwatering Tandoori Boti Recipe!

    Bismillah, let’s begin!

    Check it out the Tandoori Boti Recipe and printable version below!

    Tandoori Boti

    • 1/2 kg beef or mutton or chicken
    • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice
    • 1 tbsp papaya paste
    • 1 tbsp oil
    • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • 1/2 tsp red chili (crushed)
    • 1/2 tsp all spice powder
    • 1/2 tsp coriander seeds (crushed)
    • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (crushed)
    • a pinch of ground nutmeg
    • a pinch of saffron
    • salt to taste

    Method

    1. In a small bowl, combine together plain yogurt, ginger garlic paste, papaya paste, black pepper, turmeric, red chili , crushed red chili, all spice, cumin seeds, coriander seeds nut meg, lemon juice, saffron, salt and oil.
    2. Pour this mixture over the meat pieces.
    3. Mix well.
    4. Place in a refrigerator for 4 to 5 hours.
    5. Preheat oven to 350 degree F or 150 Degree C.
    6. Put marinated meat in a baking dish.
    7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or grill it in a pan or barbecue.
    8. Tandoori Boti is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

    Serving Suggestions:
    Serve with salad and mint raita.

     I have also posted Tandoori Murgh which is another easiest & tastiest version of making BBQ Chicken. Do check it out as well.


    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or  on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.


    Happy Cooking!!

  • Spice Up Your Life: Desi-Style Chili Chicken Recipe You Crave!

    Pakistani Or Desi Style Chili Chicken

    This is a really easy & quick recipe. And guys, I am already warning people with no tolerance to spicy food. Beware. This can be the most spiciest food ever. You can always lessen the amount of red chilli paste in eat but in my views you’ll ruin the whole point of this dish. Its one of my all time favorites. I always make this dish with Bhagaar walay chawal( stir fried rice) & spicy green chutney & serve it wit sliced lettuce & cucumbers. For a perfect taste do not add all ingredients at once. The timing in when you add what to a dish while cooking makes a big difference in its taste. Enjoy till you start sweating 🙂

    Prep Time: 5 minutes

    Cook Time:30 minutes

     Servings: 5

    Ingredients

    For Desi Chili Chicken:

    • 1 kg chicken, cut into 16 pieces
    • 1/2 cup oil
    • 2 onions, cut into cubes
    • 2 capsicum, cut into cubes
    • 4 tbsp ketchup
    • 2 tbsp chili sauce
    • 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
    • 1-1/2 tsp red chili powder
    • 1 tsp salt

    For Tomato Sauce:

    • 1/4 cup oil
    • 4 green chilies
    • 1 onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 can whole tomatoes

    Yield: 5 servings

    Directions:

    To Make Tomato Sauce:

    1.  Heat 1/4 cup oil in a pan.
    2. Add chopped green chilies and sliced onion.
    3. Fry for 2-3minutes or until transparent.
    4. Now add whole tomatoes.
    5. Cover and cook on low flame for 10 minutes.
    6. Remove from the heathen blend until smooth.

    To Make Desi Chili Chicken:

    1. Cook chicken with ginger garlic paste, chili powder and salt for 20 minutes or until all water dries up.
    2. Heat oil in a deep wok over medium heat.
    3. Add capsicum and onion’s cubes.
    4. Saute for 2 minutes then add prepared tomato sauce and cooked chicken.
    5. Stir well.
    6. Also add tomato ketchup and red chili sauce.
    7. Cook on low flame for 10 minutes or until chicken is tender.
    8. Desi Chili Chicken is ready to serve. ENJOY!!

     

    • Serve with boiled rice.

     

  • The Perfect Family Dinner: Easy Tawa Chicken Recipe!

    Tawa Chicken is a dry chicken recipe, generally cooked on roadside dhabas on big tawa (griddle). It’s really good for people who love spicy flavors and is easy to make. This dish goes well with naan bread. Tawa Chicken is a restaurant specialty in Lahore city. After eating it I often thought to make it at home and finally now I tried and got it very similar to that actual taste. It has a little spicy taste due to use of green chilies. My whole family also like it. This dish goes well with hot naan, paratha or rotis.

    [one_third] Prep Time: 10 minutes[/one_third] [one_third]Cook Time: 25 minutes[/one_third] [one_third_last] Servings: 6 [/one_third_last]

     

    • 1 kg  Chicken
    • 4 tbsp butter or ghee
    • 1 cup onion, minced
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 1 tbsp ginger paste
    • 2 tbsp Lime juice
    • 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper, crushed
    • 3 tbsp Tandoori Spice Mix
    • 1 tsp garam masala powder
    • Salt to taste

    For garnishing:

    • 6-8 Green Chilies, thinly sliced
    • 4 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves

     

    Directions:

    Step 1

    Rinse chicken and trim all fat. Cut chicken into small pieces.

    Step 2

    Place all ingredients and chicken (except butter) in a large bowl. Mix well.

    Step 3

    Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours for marination.

    Step 4

    Heat butter or ghee in a large tawa. Add marinated chicken and stir fry for few minutes.

    Step 5

    Then reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes. Keep stirring until chicken is tender.

    Step 6

    Sprinkle garam masala over it. Garnished with coriander leaves and green chilies. Tawa Chicken is ready to serve.

     

    • Serve hot with hot naan, paratha or rotis.