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The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe
Loaded with veggies and flavorful chicken, warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg and mace and the heat of green chilies this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao is a delight to the taste buds in every bite!

The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

Chicken broth and seasonings are added to give it lots of flavor and moisture. It’s a one-pot meal to prepare and cook in a pot that comes together quickly for a hearty and hot week-night dinner.

There are some Rice Pulao that are overly packed with gorgeous spices flavors, but this isn’t one of those. This Chicken pulao is a medley of rice, chicken, spices, and vegetables. I just add a tiny sprinkle of green onion as a garnish, just to add a little more color when serving. Pairs perfectly with any raita or curry of your choice.

The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

What goes in Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao

The ingredients you need to make this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao are:
- Best rice for pulao – basmati rice is the best for both flavor and fluffiness. Basmati is a type of long grain rice – the longer the grain, the fluffier the rice. It also has a lovely subtle fragrance that really compliments the flavors in this rice pilaf; You can use brown rice as well for this pulao recipe.
- Chicken: The juicy thighs or chicken breast are the ideal meat choices for making pulao. You can use either the boneless pieces or the bone-in ones like leg pieces. I personally, like pulao with boneless chicken pieces.
- Fat – Ideally desi ghee (clarifying butter) is the best choice for making the pulao. I choose the clarified butter (desi ghee) for flavor, but if the aroma and taste of ghee are too over-powering for you, use unsalted butter, coconut oil, or any other cooking oil.
- Flavor Base – sautéed ginger and onion, to add savouriness;
- Pulao Spices – I’ve used a combination of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, mace, bay leaves and cumin in this Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao. It’s reminiscent of traditional Middle Eastern flavors but also a festive combination. Feel free to customize this to your own taste;
- Broth OR water – For extra flavor, I almost always make my pulao with broth. However, water will work just fine as well, though I’d add an extra pinch of each of the spices;
- Vegetables – Use any vegetables you like here. I like using carrot and green peas for a vibrant color, and potatoes because the flavor melds in nicely with the rice. Cabbage and Capsicum also work well but be aware that they provide a sharper pop of flavor. Broccoli would also be great.
- Garnishing – I’ve used green onions in this mix vegetable chicken pulao recipe. I adore both the flavor and fresh green color that green onion bring to this pulao. Fresh Coriander and Mint Leaves are also great!
How to make Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao:

Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao is straight forward to make.
1. Soak the rice for 30 minutes then drain.
2. Sauté onion and whole spices in butter, then add the ginger and chicken along with seasoning. Cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and all juices run clear.
3. Then add carrots, green peas and potatoes cook 5-7 minutes or until vegetables crisp-tender then add chicken broth and bring it to boil. Then add rice cover the pot and let it simmer on medium low flame or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. This takes roughly 10 minutes.
4. Now give a dum for a further 15 minutes. Fluff the rice and dish it out.
But here are my tips for how to make the best Pulao every time!
- Soaking Rice or not: Soaking white rice for about half an hour before cooking allows moisture to get to the middle of the kernel. During cooking, the heat transfers quicker to the middle and the rice will be done in about eight minutes, causing less damage to the outside of the kernel. Thus, it’s more evenly cooked, and easier to separate than the non-soaked rice.
- Right liquid to rice ratio – 1 1/2 Cups of liquid to 1 cup of rice will yield perfectly cooked fluffy rice. Adding too much liquid to cook rice always results in a mushy and sticky pulao
- Do not peek while rice is cooking! Escaped heat compromises the cooking of the rice;
- Rest undisturbed – this is the most important step for cooking rice. This is when the rice finishes cooking and becomes fluffy!
What To Serve With Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao?

This is home-style, hearty chicken pulao with delicious flavors full of spices and aroma. I suggest, serve it hot right after dum (steaming) with zeera raita, or mint raita and kachumber salad for best taste. It would also go really well with my Chicken Shorba– a mild flavored desi style chicken stew with a great combination of Oriental spices.

The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

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The Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao Recipe

Nothing like a good plate of aromatic pulao! This Flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao hits all the right spots with its wonderful aroma and exotic flavors! Spice up your week with this flavorful Pulao!

Keyword Chicken, Chicken Pulao, Dinner, Iftar Recipes, Pulao, Quick and Easy, Ramadan, Rice, vegetables, Veggie Pulao

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Servings 4

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
2 pounds Boneless Chicken
3 cups long gran rice basmati rice
1/2 cup clarified butter/ desi ghee or oil
1 onion thinly sliced
4 inch Ginger piece thinly sliced
4 carrots peeled and cubed
3 potatoes peel and cubed
2 cups Green Peas
2 green onions thinly sliced( only green part)
4 Green Chilies thinly sliced
1 large Cinnamon Stick daarcheeni
2 Black Cardamom bari elachi
5-6 Cloves (loong)
2 Bay Leaves tezpaat
1 tsp Cumin Seeds (zeera)
1 tsp nutmeg and mace powder
1/2 tsp Black Peppercorns (kali mirch)
2 tsp Red Chili Flakes
1 tsp all spice powder garam Masala powder
2 tsp salt or according to your taste
6 cups Chicken Broth Yakhni

Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice till the water becomes clear. Then soak it in water for 20 minutes. After soaking, drain the rice and keep it ready.
Take a heavy bottom skillet or pot and melt clarified butter in it.
Add the onions and sauté until they are a deep golden brown. This can take up to 5-7 minutes over a low heat. You will need to check and stir a couple of times. Don’t be tempted to rush this stage because this adds a lot of flavor to the finished dish.
Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, black cardamom, black peppercorns and cloves. Sauté for 2 minutes or until popping and fragrant.
Now add the ginger slices and Chicken, cook for 15-20 minutes or till chicken turns golden brown before adding the vegetables.
Now add Carrot, Potatoes and green Peas. Sauté and cook for 10 minutes or until vegetables are just tender-crisp.
Season with salt, red pepper flakes and some garam masala.
Next, add green chilies and sauté for a second and adjust the seasoning and add more salt if needed.
Add Chicken Stock and once the it starts boiling add the soaked basmati rice and mix it gently.
Now, wait for it to boil again, then cover and simmer on medium low flame or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. This takes roughly 10 minutes.
Put the pot covered (give a dum) for a further 15 minutes.
Now, uncover the pot sprinkle green onion (only green part)and fluff the rice gently from the corners
Remove from the heat and dish it out.
Enjoy flavorful Mix Vegetable Chicken Pulao!!
I can’t wait to hear what you think of this Mix Vegetable Chicken pulao. If you’ve tried both my chicken biryani and my chicken pulao you really have to let me know what you think!

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Here are some of the other Pulao Recipes that I love to make for my weekday meals.
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March 9, 2021
The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
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This meatball pizza, made with a secret sauce, mozzarella cheese, and the surprise element of juicy chicken meatballs piled atop pizza dough, takes homemade pizza to a whole new and indulgent level. That’s better than takeout.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Chewy crust, spicy sauce, meatballs and plenty of melted cheese? Ummmm…. yes, please.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Pizza is always a winner in our house and cheesy meatballs are definitely comfort food around here, so we threw together a super easy, super cheesy meatball pizza. Make a big batch of meatballs and freeze in portions along with this fresh pizza dough recipe so you’ll have meatball pizzas ready to go when you want them.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

You can use frozen meatballs to save on time but you will have to adjust points accordingly, I prefer to make my own and I added a little pizza flare to mine.

How do you make Meatball Pizza?

1. A pizza pan is rubbed with a little bit of oil. Pizza dough is spread into the pan, poked with a fork. Then spread prepared sauce over it.

Spread pizza sauce over the dough

2. The topping is assembled by cooking the meatballs in a hot pan.

Meatballs 🙂

3. Then pizza dough is topped with the cheddar cheese, meatballs, red and green bell pepper and a generous portion of mozzarella cheese.

Meatball Pizza ready to go in the oven!!

4. Then baked in the preheated oven until the cheese is golden and crust is cooked! Remove from the oven and cut into the wedges. ENJOY 🙂

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Where is the best place to buy Pizza dough?
1. Most markets have some sort of pizza dough that they sell. You’ll probably be able to find the kind of pizza dough in the can (not my favorite), and some will offer it in a little plastic baggie (probably a better product and likely more fresh).
2. I do have a tip for the best place to buy pizza dough. Most pizza restaurants will likely be willing to sell you a ball of their pizza dough. Just ask! That’s going to be your best bet for good pizza dough!
3. You can also make your own. I have good recipe for Easy Pizza Dough.
What are the best toppings for pizza?
1. If you’re a meat lover, you’ll most likely enjoy some sort of meat lover’s pizza like this Meatball Pizza! BBQ Chicken Pizza is my another favorite.
2. And my personal choice for pizza topping is Bell Peppers, Olives and Pineapple. Chicken Chunks, Sausage are also popular pizza toppings ( but I don’t like it that much).
3. Some people like to add olives, corn, goat cheese, spinach and more. The possibilities are endless!
It’s pretty likely that everyone in your family will enjoy this Meatball Pizza. It’s a nice, quick and easy dinner for those nights that are crazy!

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The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Instead of ordering pizza tonight, try this perfectly pleasing meatball pizza recipe! Great for light dinner or go-with — so simple! So delish!

Keyword 30 minutes meals, Baking, cheese, chicken mince, Dinner, meatball, Pizza, Quick and Easy

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
For The Meatballs:
500 gm chicken mince
1 bread slice crust removed
1/3 cup warm water
1 large egg white lightly beaten
1 tsp chopped garlic
1 small garlic clove minced
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
1 tsp red pepper crushed
freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste
oil for frying
For the Meatball Pizza:
1 pound homemade pizza dough for recipe click here
12 meatballs halved and thawed
1/4 cup pizza sauce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
1/4 cup cheddar cheese
1 small green pepper chopped
1 small red pepper chopped
few fresh basil optional
a pinch of crushed red pepper to add a extra kick
and/or other toppings of your choice

Instructions
To Make The Meatballs:
In a bowl, combine the bread and water. Let stand, turning the bread occasionally to thoroughly moisten it, for 10 minutes.
Squeeze the bread gently to remove most of the water.
Discard the water. Tear the bread into 1-inch chunks and toss them into a large bowl.
Add the chicken mince, ginger, garlic, onion powder, parsley, basil, egg white, red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.
Mix thoroughly with moistened hands.
Shape the meat mixture into 12 mini balls.
Place the meatballs on the lined sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Now heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes or until golden, flip and cover the pan fry additional 5 minutes to cook from inside(make sure not to over cooked).
Remove meatballs from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
Let the meatballs cool slightly and then cut each one in half.
Set aside.
To Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mayonnaise, basil and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Set aside.
To Assemble The Meatball Pizza:
Preheat the oven at 180 degre C or 425 F.
Drizzle a round pizza pan or a rectangular baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
On lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, with a rolling pin.
Spread bases evenly with prepared pizza sauce. Scatter evenly with cheddar cheese.
Top with meatballs halves and pressing lightly into base. Scatter evenly with Mozzarella cheese.
Top with chopped green and red bell pepper.
Bake 25 minutes or until the crust is crisp and golden and the cheese is hot and bubbly.
Let pizza sit for a few minutes then cut into 4 slices.
Delicious Meatball Pizza is ready to serve.
ENJOY 🙂

Notes
Serve with salad mix.
Some Useful Tips & Hints:
1. For make-ahead meatballs, you can make the meatballs up to the end of step 1 and freeze them layered between baking paper in an airtight container. Store them for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and continue recipe from step 2.
2. Chicken mince is easily available at major supermarkets or local butchers.
3. Use a store-bought pizza base for quicker version.
4. You can add your favorite herbs and spices for a spicy version.
Want more Pizza Inspiration?

Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:
If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe or this Butter Chicken Pasta, Homemade Lamb Burgers and Keema Macaroni are also fun recipes for the family!

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February 5, 2021
The Best Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe You Will Ever Make
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There’s nothing like Stuffed Chicken Buns: perfectly baked ,soft, warm buns stuffed with hot savory chicken filling. You’ll amaze your family and friends with my easy to make “stuffed chicken buns recipe”.

Stuffed Chicken Buns

Breads & Buns are one of my favorite things to make and with this Stuffed Chicken Buns recipe it’s really simple to make that you cannot go wrong with this and tastes delicious. They’re so easy to make, and the possibilities are endless! You can stuffed with ground beef, mutton, chicken, cheese or mushrooms for a healthier option. Even if you don’t eat meat, you can make a great-tasting veggie buns! Whatever it is you’re craving, you can satisfy it with it a stuffed bun!

Stuffed Chicken Buns

Why I like these Stuffed Chicken Buns?

I love all breads but I have a special soft corner for stuffed buns and bread rolls. It makes for sumptuous snacks and the possibilities are endless. Stuffed buns are my favorite gateway to finish up leftovers and clear out the refrigerator. Though I did not use leftovers for this one since I had guests over but feel free to go where your imagination takes you.

On the outside, these golden buns resemble ordinary dinner rolls. But one bite reveals the tasty filling inside! You know that saying: It’s not what is outside but its what is inside that counts? Yeah, well its kind of the case here. Only that the outside is just as good. Soft and fluffy Stuffed Chicken buns with the most unexpected surprise ever!
Most scrumptious Cheesy Chicken filing!

I just love it when something looks so innocent and unassuming and then when you bite into it! Hits you with an unexpected but most pleasant burst of flavor.

Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe

Ingredients in Stuffed Chicken Buns Recipe?
- For Dough: flour, dry milk powder, sugar, yeast, salt, egg, oil, warm milk
- Creamy Chicken Filling: boiled chicken shredded, butter, onion, plain flour, milk, Cheddar Cheese, black pepper, red pepper, salt , few coriander and mint leaves.
- For Buns Topping: Egg white, sesame seeds for sprinkling, melted butter for brushing
Stuffed Chicken Buns

How to Bake Perfect Stuffed Chicken Buns every time!

Stuffed Chicken Buns
1. Dough: These stuffed buns are an easy bake with only a single rise needed for the dough. That makes it a comparatively quicker snack. When making anything with yeast, including these buns, let the dough rise to the point the recipe says it should, e.g., “Let the dough rise till it’s doubled in bulk.” Rising times are only a guide; there are so many variables in yeast baking (how you knead the dough; what kind of yeast you use) that it’s impossible to say that bread dough will ALWAYS double in bulk in a specific amount of time.
2. Stuffing: They prepared a cheesy chicken filling and stuff into these soft buns and life will be so much simpler for you. You can fill up your buns with lots of different things. I like to add some mushrooms and olives to mine, but you can use any kind of vegetables, meat stuffing you prefer! Pizza sauce would be another great addition. Or throw in some fresh herbs. Oh, the possibilities are endless!
3. Shaping: Shape them as per your liking and bake. For slightly smaller buns, divide the dough into 12 pieces instead of 10. Bake the buns for 12 to 15 minutes, instead of 15 to 18 minutes. And how about “slider buns” — about 3″ in diameter? Divide the dough into 24 pieces, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Proceed with the recipe as written.
4. Alternative way of Shaping: What’s another easy way to shape buns, besides rolling them into balls and flattening? Gently deflate the dough, and form it into a smooth 8″ log. Slice the log as though you were slicing cinnamon buns. Gently pull each slice into a circle.
5. Brushing: Brushing buns with melted butter will give them a soft, light golden crust. Brushing with an egg-white wash (1 egg white beaten with 1/4 cup water) will give them a shinier, darker crust. For seeded buns, brush with the egg wash; it’ll make the seeds adhere. And, feel free to add the extra yolk to the dough, reserving the white for the wash.
stuffed chicken buns recipe

And serve with your favorite dips and sauces.

Stuffed Chicken Buns

Double Up and Freeze a Batch:

I highly recommended freezing a batch of these after they’ve cooled so you can pop them into the oven for a fast, warm breakfast or as side for dinner that will delight your fellow tablemates.

Stuffed Chicken Buns

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Other versions of this Stuffed Buns:

I’ve shared some of the tastiest buns recipes out there for you to enjoy…check them out!
- For a more fancy look try this recipe: Flower Shaped Buns Recipe
- If you‘d rather have veggie version, check out this recipe:Vegetable Stuffed Buns Recipe, served with Chili Sauce.
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July 27, 2020
Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It
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Who needs takeout when homemade tastes better and you’re in control of the ingredients. Next time when you crave Chinese food, instead of take-out, make this quick, easy and Incredibly delicious hot and sour noodles. Perfect comfort food and a a hearty meal, full of veggies, egg noodles and fried chicken, that’s ready in under 30 minutes!

Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe – Just Like the Restaurants Make It

This Hot and Sour Noodles Recipe makes a bright and healthy dinner for a small family. There are layers and layers of flavors in these easy noodles that are ready in 30 minutes. Soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, vinegar, ginger- garlic, red chili and tomato sauce coat the noodles beautifully. They’re hot and sour with a very subtle heat from the ginger and hot pepper sauce. Fried Chicken, Onion, Capsicum add texture and crunch. Olives and tomato add bright color.
I love the hot, spicy, salty, savory, garlicky and the slippery noodles. It’s all about the combination of textures and flavors — there’s tangy sauces, crispy fried Chicken, zesty vegetables, salty Egg noodles and chili flakes for heat.

A bowl of hot and sour slurping goodness. _ Just Like the Restaurants Make It!

These noodle bowls are a lightning fast dinner that the whole family is sure to enjoy. They are surprisingly easy to make from scratch, and you don’t need to worry about the questionable sodium ingredients that are listed in the store bought version.

What makes hot and sour Noodles HOT?

The heat in this hot and sour noodles comes from red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce. The noodles has to be on the hotter side. The sourness comes from adding vinegar right at the end. If you add the vinegar in the beginning or towards the middle, the vinegar will evaporate during cooking. Which is why we add the vinegar right at the end.

These noodles will be your new go-to. Take it to work for lunch, take it to cookouts, make it for your family dinner. Trust me – you’ll knock their socks off with this one.

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Ingredients in Hot and Sour Noodles?

This Hot and Sour Noodles recipe is quick, requires few ingredients and is great for those days when you don’t have a lot of time to cook. The list of ingredients is so simple – red chilli flakes, ginger, garlic, onion, capsicum, tomato, chicken, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, vinegar and egg noodles of course. These are things that are probably already in your pantry so its a quick and easy dinner to make which is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for last minute dinners!

How to make the Restaurant Style Hot and Sour Noodles (step by step instructions):

However, in order to get the restaurant like taste and texture it needs to be cooked in a certain way and this step by step recipe of Hot and Sour noodles explains it with photos and detailed instructions. The tips and serving ideas given after directions will also help you avoid some common mistakes which can ruin the dish.

1. Prepare the ingredients (this is the most time-consuming part of the recipe, but then it goes very quickly):
Chicken: Cut chicken breast into 1-inch cubes, mix with ginger garlic paste, egg white, Cornflour, soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, red pepper and salt to taste. You can cook right away or leave to marinate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
Vegetables: Chopped ginger and garlic and cut onion, capsicum, and Tomato in ¼ inch cubes and keep aside.
Hot and Sour Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk all the sauce ingredients, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup tomato ketchup, 2 tablespoon hot pepper Sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Vinegar, salt and Pepper to taste, chili flakes. Set aside.
Egg Noodles: Cook the egg noodles in boiling water, add a little salt, cook for 5-7 minutes, then strain.
2. Cook the Marinated Chicken: Now heat 4 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok or large frying pan, cook the marinated chicken over high heat for 2 minutes (no stirring), then on the other 4-5 minutes more, or until cooked through and golden brown. Take it from the oil. It‘s important not to overcook the chicken, otherwise, the coating will be slightly burned, cook it only until it changes its color to golden brown.
3. Saute Ginger & Garlic: Add ginger garlic paste in remaining oil to the same pan, and saute for 30 seconds, until lightly browned. Then add 1/2 cup of water, hot pepper sauce, soy sauce and red chili flakes. Let it simmer for 2 minutes or until all water dries up.
4. Stir Fry Vegetables: Add onion, capsicum, tomato and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly tender and browned, but still a little crunchy (they should not be completely cooked).
5. Add Fried Chicken: Add the fried chicken pieces back to the pan, and the tomato ketchup and vinegar. Stir well.
6. Add Noodles: Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together.
7. Final Step: Transfer to into serving bowl. Top with olives and sprinkle some red flakes. Enjoy! 🙂
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Other versions of this dish:
- If you‘d rather have a sweet and sour chicken with noodles, check out this recipe: Sweet and Sour Chicken with Noodles, served on noodles.
- For a desi twist try this recipe: Finger Lickin Butter Chicken Pasta
- I also have for you a similar dish: Hot and Sour Soup
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March 29, 2020
The Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry Recipe
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Spice up your next dinner party with this Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry. Simple, Mild yet Flavorful Chicken curry with fresh mint and yogurt to shake up your weeknights! This Flavorful Mint Chicken Curry Recipe is ultra-easy to whip up on a weeknight, and completely customizable with your favorite seasonings. A nice change from the usual red curries, perfect with naan or rice.

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

Truth be told – the curry and rice thing is probably my favorite type of food. Coriander, Basil, & Mint Leaves are hands down my favorite herbs of all time. If I could have the herb garden of my dreams, I would plant Mint and Basil everywhere!!

While most of the Pakistani dishes that I cook require coriander as garnish, for this dish, the mint herb paste forms the backbone of the sauce. The combination of fresh coriander and mint makes the dish light and fragrant and gently simmering the chicken in the creamy yogurt ensures that you end up with juicy morsels of meat.
Please make sure that you use the tender , young leaves of Mint in this dish – the harder, older leaves will most probably end up making the dish taste bitter.

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

This chicken curry bursts with flavors of mint and creamy yogurt and is bound to make you and your guests happy. The spice level of this dish will vary depending on your taste. I used just 2 green chilies and a pinch of cayenne pepper in this curry to make a mild, family-friendly dish. For more heat, you can add a drizzle of red pepper, some of the seeds of the jalapeño, or some crushed green chilies.

This is a quick and simple recipe to prepare using ingredients that I always have on hand. Less is more – focus on the true tastes by using fewer ingredients. Flavorful and very easy to prepare, this recipes will make your weeknight dinners stress-free . Do try it!

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First, You will need some boneless chicken. I prefer the breast because you get some super fine chunks out of it. But you can make both curries with bone-in pieces or boneless pieces of chicken. Obviously, boneless chicken will cook faster, and is my choice when I want to cook a quick curry. BUT, a GOOD chicken curry uses bone-in chicken pieces because the bones flavor the gravy/sauce.

In a blender, pour 1/2 cup of yogurt yogurt, 1 small bunch of mint leaves, coriander leaves, green pepper, garlic ginger paste, cumin powder, a pinch of cayenne pepper, salt and squeezed lemon. Blend until well combined and put in the chicken; Cover and let it marinate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.

You can marinade the chicken for a few hours or even overnight. If you really are in a rush, you can even cook the chicken straight away.

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

Heat the oil over medium-low heat in a large nonstick pan.

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

Then add the marinated chicken along with the marination. Cook and stir for 10 minutes on medium flame. Then cover and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes or until chicken becomes soft .

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

Remove the lid and cook on high flame for just few minutes or until sauce is thickened or all water dries up. ( Make sure to not over cook it will ruined the mint taste).

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon, green chili or pepper, if necessary. This Flaovrful Mint Chicken Curry is delicious with anything. We ate it with boiled rice but it is just as good with really soft naan bread.

The Flavorful Mint Chicken curry Recipe

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January 18, 2019
Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
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Let’s take a quick break from dessert and talk about pizza. Thick style homemade pizza crust topped with BBQ sauce, Barbecue flavored Chicken Chunks, onions, capsicum, jalapeno, and tons of cheese. Your soon-to-be favorite pizza!

It’s Cheesy, doughy, crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, loaded, homemade pizza. All you need is 35 minutes and a few fresh ingredients for this Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe.

Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza

What’s your favorite kind? For me, nothing beats my Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza. But this BBQ chicken pizza is in close 2nd place! Sweet BBQ sauce, chicken chunks, red onions, a dash of jalapeno, and tons of cheese.

My version of savory heaven, right here.

Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza

When I make homemade pizza, I like to get the cheese extra melted and bubbly. I love the sides to get a little brown and the bottom to be extra crispy. To obtain all this goodness, I switch my oven to broil for a quick minute as the pizza is finishing up. I suggest you try it! What I don’t suggest you try is walking out of the kitchen to answer your phone, only to come back finding your pizza burnt to a black crisp with the oven still on broil.

Whoops! Yeah, I make mistakes too.

UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

My love affair with barbecue chicken pizza began long, long ago. The flavors and textures in this pizza are incredible! You have the sweet tang from the BBQ sauce, the meaty chicken, the zesty red onion, fresh green pepper, smoky jalapeno, soft crust, crispy edges, and ultra cheesy mozzarella covering it all. Does anything sound better?

Ditch the delivery guy, you’re eating homemade tonight! It’s easy, cheesy, and fun, especially on the weekends! While you can never go wrong with traditional cheese and pepperoni, give BBQ chicken chunks a chance and you wont be disappointed! You can cook your own chicken and shred it for this recipe, or use a rotisserie chicken, which gives great flavor and cuts the prep time in half! This is the easiest recipe and tastes super delicious!

Bismillah let’s get started.

First, get your oven heated up to Gas Mark 180 degrees C. Then, grab some pizza dough. You can use a ready made pizza base which would make dinner appear a lot faster. I used one batch of my Fresh Pizza Dough.

Place it onto a floured surface. And, roll and shape the dough into a 9-inch triangle. Roll out to fit your pizza tray. Next, You need barbecue sauce. Use shop bought or make it homemade which I did using this Homemade Barbecue Sauce recipe. It’s really easy and uses ingredients that I bet you already have in the cupboard. Now, grab the rest of your ingredients. Top with chicken chunks and play with your favorite toppings.

UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

Finally, take some Grated Mozzarella. And, then the jalapeno slices.

UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

Place the pizza into the hot oven to bake .. for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.

UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

Slice and serve immediately! Try not to burn yourself when eating!

Btw, feel free to add anything else to the pizza that you like.

Check it out the Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza and printable version here!!

Consider serving this with:
- Garlic Cheese Bread Slices
- Herb Roasted Potatoes with Sour Cream
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January 17, 2019
Finger Lickin’ Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe
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How much do you love Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)? A lot, right? Then why not turn your favorite food into a magical new dish with this clever idea? Yes, Take the classic Pakistani favorite Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani), and pair it with delicious pasta to create this ultimate weeknight meal. Sprinkle some extra chilies to add a kick and treat your family to a lip-smacking dinner that will be ready in just under 30 minutes. It is SUPER delicious, rich, creamy and addictive and is very easy to make.

BUTTER CHICKEN PASTA

Finger Lickin Butter Chicken Pasta

Here’s the truth. I have no idea how I came up with this recipe. A lazy saturday night lead to me cook up a quick, yet comforting, dinner where I had to use what I had on hand. I found some leftover butter chicken in my fridge and I came up with this dish on the spur of the moment.

Butter Chicken

I love creating recipes with what’s on hand, so I decided to use the noodles as a ‘pasta’ base, and create this Pakistani inspired spicy, creamy Butter Chicken Pasta with the remaining ingredients to go along. With a few twists, out came a perfectly balanced and super satisfying Pakistani Italian fusion that worked in every way, and came together in under 30 minutes

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Pasta tossed in creamy butter chicken or Murgh Makhani. The pasta noodles soaks up all the creamy buttery sauce from the butter chicken. It was a purely experimental and turned out to be one of the best pasta dishes I ever had.

Spicy, Rich, Buttery and creamy Butter Chicken Pasta

If you’re looking for a way to switch up your meal-prep routine then this is a great way to do so. This Finger lickin Butter chicken pasta recipe is a yummy Italian Pakistani combo that you should try out. This one pot tasty meal will add spice and flavor to your normal dinner routine! Hope you will enjoy 🙂

Spicy and creamy 30-minute butter chicken Pasta.

Bismillah let’s get started.

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Finger Lickin’ Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Take the classic Pakistani favorite Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani), and pair it with delicious pasta to create this ultimate weeknight meal. It is SUPER delicious, rich, creamy and addictive and is very easy to make. Sprinkle some extra chilies to add a kick and treat your family to a lip-smacking dinner that will be ready in just under 30 minutes.

Keyword Butter, Chicken, Dinner, Lunch, Murgh Makhani, Noodles, Pasta, Quick and Easy

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
2-1/2 cups Butter chicken curry for recipe click here
1 packet (about 200 gm ) noodles or pasta of your choice
2 green chilies thinly sliced ( optional)
few Coriander leaves for garnishing
red pepper flakes
salt to taste

Instructions
Bring a pot of salted water to boil.
Add pasta and cook for 7-10 minutes or until al dente.
Drain and keep aside.
Meanwhiile, prepare butter chicken according to the recipe instructions (for reciep click here).
Add pasta to the prepared butter chicken(murgh makhani).
Toss to coat evenly.
Heat through.
Sprinkle red pepper flakes over it.
Garnish with green chilies and coriander leaves.
Dish it out.
Finger Linkin’ Butter Chicken is ready to serve.
I have also posted Karahi Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala Macaroni which are another easiest & tastiest version of making classic dinner at home. Do check it out as well. It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.

Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out. Post a photo on Facebook (Recipestable) or Instagram on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
September 28, 2018
Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches Recipe
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Looking for an amazing, delicious and cheap Tea Party recipe for a busy day? Then look no further, these Bakery Style Chicken Mayo sandwiches takes about 15 minutes prep work and it’s flavor is phenomenal.

Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

Just 4 ingredients and 15 minutes is all it takes to make these Bakery Style Chicken Mayonnaise Sandwiches. The crowd will go crazy over them at your next get together!

Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

These Bakery Style Chicken Mayo sandwiches are loaded with shredded chicken, mayonnaise, lettuce and simple seasoning. Lettuce leaves are optional but I’d say it’s a must, it perfectly compliments all the flavors of the chicken.

Serve this sandwich with a side of french fries, roasted potatoes and you’ve get a dinner that couldn’t get any simpler. Enjoy!

Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

Chicken sandwiches are eternally popular and often the first item to disappear when handed around. The key is well-toasted bread, which prevents any filling from soaking in and making the bread soggy.

Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

Very handy and easy to make, these sandwiches are just perfect for picnic, tea time snack, lunch box etc. If you have a tea party at your home and your friends are invited. You can make quick and easy bakery style sandwiches by following this recipe.

Make it, enjoy the deliciousness and
serve it to your family with love

Bismisllah Let’s Get This Started !

Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches Recipe with Step by Step Pictures

Ingredients You will Need:
- 4 bread slices
- 1/2 cup boiled Chicken, (shredded)
- 2 lettuce leaves, (optional)
- 4 tablespoon mayonnaise
- salt and pepper to taste
How to make Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

Step 1: Place shredded chicken in a large bowl. Now add the mayonnaise bit by bit, depending on the consistency you like. Add the lettuce leaves (if using) and season with salt and pepper. Stuffing is ready.

Step 2: Toast bread slices and cut out their edges if you want otherwise you can use as it is.

Step 3:Place a slice bread in a clean-surface and spread the chicken mayo filling on it. Cover the Bread with another piece of the toasted Bread and repeat three layers. Lightly press to complete the sandwich.

Step 4: Now cut the sandwich diagonally and following the same process prepare rest of the Sandwiches.

Give it a try and You have bakery-style Chicken mayo sandwiches that will mystify your friends and family as to how you made them. Go you.

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Bakery Style Chicken Mayo Sandwiches

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes

Servings 2

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
4 bread slices
1/2 cup boiled Chicken (shredded)
2 lettuce leaves
4 tablespoon mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
In a large bowl, combine together the shredded chicken and mayonnaise.
Now add lettuce leaves.
Season with salt and pepper.
Mix until well combined.
Toast bread slices and cut out their edges if you want otherwise you can use as it is.
Place a slice bread in a clean-surface and spread the chicken mayo filling on it.
After filling, take another bread slice and put it on the above of filling.
Repeat again and make three layers withit.
After that, put the forth one slice of bread on the third layer of filling and lightly press to complete the sandwich.
Now Secure with wooden picks and cut the sandwich diagonally and following the same process prepare rest of the Sandwiches.
Your Bakery Style Chicken Mayonnaise sandwiches are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

Notes
Serving Suggestions:
You can serve with french fries and your favorite dipping sauce.
Extra Bonus Tips :
1. This is a good recipe to use the left over Rotisserie or boiled chicken.
2. It’s very good for outdoor entertaining and picnics.
3. You can make the filling hours or even a day before and assemble it when needed.
4. If making ahead of time, cover with a damp tea towel to ensure they don’t dry out. I have sprinkled a mint leaves over the sandwiches, but this is only for garnish(you can skip it).
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October 10, 2017
Fat Free Chicken Karahi Recipe

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Starting a healthier diet can be easier than you think. But what happens when you start to get bored with the healthy foods you are eating? Chicken Karahi in a hurry is a winner for everyone in our house. We all get to enjoy some delicious comfort food and I don’t have to spend long in the kitchen to make it. Hurrah!

Today I’am going to share a Clean eating Version of Chicken Karahi. It is very delicious and easy to make. A lighter and healthier version of the Pakistani Chicken Karahi, this tomato-based curry is packed with extra fragrant spices and creamy yogurt. Yummilicious treat that will have you wanting to savor every last bite!

Clean Eating Chicken Karahi

If you are following a weight loss plan then take your taste buds on an exotic ride with this Fat Free chicken karahi recipe. This delicious Clean Eating Chicken Karahi recipe will keep you satisfied and still help you lose weight. This recipe is low fat, low sodium, and a good source of protein.

I have also posted Salmon Fish Fry recipe which is another easiest & tastiest Clean Eating version of making Fried Fish. Do check it out as well.

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Happy Clean Eating!!

July 16, 2017
Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza Recipe

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After a whole month of no blogging, no cooking and baking I’m back in the biz with this star of a recipe – “Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza!”

I was extremely busy with my mid terms exams and eid shopping, so I couldn’t get a chance to publish new posts on my blog. Exams were taking priority sadly. But from now till eid, I’ll be try to more regular (InshaAllah)!

I’m a lover of Italian food and fresh herbs and my family loves pizza in all forms. One of our favorite family meals is homemade pizza. We make regular Homemade pizza, Pan pizza, Pizza Cups, Pizza Rolls, Pizza sandwiches , Pizza Paratha and Pizza fries. One thing we love about it is that you can get really creative with toppings and today’s recipe is one of my recent (and favorite) creations –Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza.

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Can you say “Delicioso?” OMG, this pizza did not disappoint! This, to me, is the perfect Italian Flavored pizza. The crust is light and crispy. The sauce is thick and tomato-y. The fresh mozzarella is mild and cheesy. The basil leaves are bright and fresh and the herb aroma is amazing. When I bit in and my mouth filled with saucy, cheesy, herby goodness I’m pretty sure I had a pizzagasm. The cheese melted perfectly into the crust , the flavors being even more dramatic where it had browned into that crunchy, cheesy topping.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

I love eating food where in each bite you get something a little bit different, it makes it all the more interesting and enjoyable to eat and this pizza definitely delivers that… I like the basil leaves to be baked along with the pizza, but you can sprinkle them on top after baking if you prefer them uncooked. This recipe can be done with little effort, but it has a big impact on your taste buds and entire dinner experience.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

For this pizza I decided to use the pre-made homemade pizza dough, but feel free to make your own from scratch. It’s very straightforward to make and if you don’t fancy making your own pizza base then you could simply add the toppings to a store bought pizza crust. I always brush my pizza dough with olive oil and herb seasoning to make it even more delicious!
While my pizza dough was rising in the pan, I prepared the pizza toppings. The pizza crust bakes for about 10-15 minutes in a 200 degree oven (or until crispy and light brown and cheese is melted). The secret to a good Sicilian crust is a nice coating of olive oil on the pan. That helps crisp up the bottom of the crust. A very hot oven is also crucial. The hard part is waiting for this oh so delicious pizza! The wait is definitely worth it, because you are rewarded with an amazingly delicious pizza.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

I’m thinking cheesy flatbread for my next attempt!

Bismillah, let’s get started!!

Check it out the Chicken Shashlik Sticks recipe and printable version here!!

If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #Recipestable & #TastyRecipesbyBushrah. I’d love to see what you cook!

Happy Pizza Making!!

June 15, 2017
Chicken Shashlik Sticks Recipe

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Delicious, tender, juicy Chicken Shashlik Sticks the whole family loves in less than 40 minutes! These Shashlik Sticks are EASY to make and so versatile.

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Chicken Shashlik Sticks

When a friend blogger posted Chicken Shashlik Sticks recipe on Instagram AND I saw it pinned on Pinterest on the same day, I knew it was a sign that I had to make this. The pictures looked so good, and the recipe seemed too easy to be true (spoiler alert, it isn’t!). So I added it to my weekly meal plan. I finally got a chance to make it yesterday, and I am praising the convenience and tastiness of this dish.

This is an easy recipe for Tender & Juicy Chicken Shashlik Sticks. The shashlik sticks were loaded with tender pieces of chicken between juicy tomato chunks, sweet peppers and flavorful onions. The chicken was marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce before firing and the sticks were brushed with the leftover marination while they were being cooked. What a great combination of flavors!

Photo: Chicken Shashlik Sticks

Remove from the grill or griddle and serve immediately. The combination of the juicy chicken bites and colorful veggies with the Shashlik sauce is fantastic! I loved how juicy they turned out.

Check it out the Chicken Shashlik Sticks recipe and printable version here!!

Extra-Bonus Tip:

Make sure you don’t use too big of pieces of chicken because you want everything to cook evenly. I have had one too many (okay, two total- but still that is more than necessary) meals ruined because my chicken wasn’t all the way cooked.

I have also posted Pineapple Chicken Tenders and Light Chicken Kabobs recipes which are another easiest & tastiest version of making Pasta home. Do check it out as well. It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.

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 Dinner Making!!

April 11, 2017
The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe

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How are you all doing? Did anything exciting happen lately? I am sorry for my absence, life has kept me, but I have a free few days a head of me to be around more.

Let’s Start Today’s Post with some Food for the Soul

“Expectation is the root of all heartache”. _William Shakespeare

I guess I need not say much about the quote I am sharing with all of you today. I am a person of high expectations – despite trying to develop myself into a better person and having reduced my level of expectation from all around me, I have not reached the level where I would have zero expectation.

I guess it is not human to reach that kind of a stage, but still I would love to reach a stage where my expectations are so low that it does not guarantee any heartbreaks if things don’t happen just like how I want it to be. I really don’t know whether I will ever reach that situation but yes, I am trying…

It’s Getting Cold . Now Let’s Have Some Food Talk To Warm & Nourish Our Soul!!

Today’s Recipe: Spaghetti Meatballs

What’s better than a warm fire and a big bowl of comfort food on a cold winter night? Today I want to share a recipe that feels, to me, like the closest you can get to “comfort food” during Whole 30.

Can’t stop, won’t stop with the Comfort Food recipes this winter. ♡

For a bowl of Italian comfort, Make my best & Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs! It only takes 35 minutes to make this delicious family favorite, all from scratch, and I promise you will never have leftovers. While the spaghetti sauce cooks, you’ll make the meatballs and while the meatballs cook, you’ll boil your pasta. Makes 16 meatballs, two per person. I made these meatballs with chicken mince , but you can use whatever ground meat you’d like to use, actually(beef, lamb, turkey). They are super soft, tender and juicy because they cook right in the sauce and I used fresh bread crumbs and not dried ones.The sauce is my Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce and I just add the meatballs (& spaghetti) to make this a complete meal… but don’t forget the salad.

The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs

This is really a quick and easy recipe because the sauce takes 5 minutes of prep and the meatballs take 10 minutes to put together. Then it all cooks in one pot and you have the most delicious spaghetti dinner.

The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs

Whether you’re having company or a family dinner, you can’t go wrong with Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs. Try my easy recipe and you’ll see why they call it comfort food. They really just melt in your mouth.

Here’s your go-to, foolproof, The Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs recipe you’ll never want to be without.

I have also posted Mince Macaroni which is another easiest & tastiest version of making Pasta home. Do check it out as well. It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.

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 Dinner Making!!

January 30, 2017
Karahi Butter Chicken Recipe (Makhni Karahi)

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Assalam-o-Alaikum, how are you? Yep, it’s been almost a month since we met. First things first…I had my mid-term exams, so I was lil busy with studying and the other stuff in my life.
However this gap between us wasn’t planned. I was hoping to catch up with you in between, but it didn’t work out.

My celebration “yay, exam is over!”

Finally exams are over I’m finally free to do whatever I want (blogging, eating yummy food, spending time with my plants)😌
Anyways, the first thing I wanted to do was to just pop in here & say a quick hi to you. I hope you roll into the weekend in a joyous mood! May your day be as fantastic as you are!

Karahi Butter Chicken (Makhni Karahi)

To release some exams stress, I made this butter karahi by twisting my Father’s recipe…delicious goodness. Can’t wait to share it with you. He used to make the best food. He was an expert on how to make a really good Butter Chicken. Saying that, I’m not too sure how He would feel about this Karahi Butter Chicken version that I’m currently loving.

Karahi Butter Chicken (Makhni Karahi)

Name me one thing that doesn’t taste better with a few dollops of cream, a knob or so of butter, a splash of milk, lashings of ghee.

I’ll bet you’re having a hard time thinking up something. It’s a truth of the culinary world that these things all enhance the eating experience of many foods, sweet and savory foods alike and curries are no exception to this.

Karahi Butter Chicken (Makhni Karahi)

Take this Karahi Butter Chicken ( Makhni Karahi), for example. I’ve taken the traditional Chicken Karahi dish and made it the way we all love, with the very flavours we all adore and then finished it up with a hearty amount of butter. What does this do? This fills every bite with the very same flavours we desire, along with a moreish, rich bite to it. Every bite tastes like a buttery dream, I tell you. This creamy and velvety gravy will melt in your mouth.

Karahi Butter Chicken (Makhni Karahi)

Bismillah, let’s begin!

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Recipe Note’s

My final words before I give you the recipe – my Father was an expert at Karahi’s and he always told me what with chicken Karahis, you must work fast. Have all the ingredients chopped up beforehand if you can, and cook the entire thing on high heat. Stirring constantly is imperative, otherwise you risk burning the curry or having it stick to the pan. Skimp on half the oil or butter if you must, but I wouldn’t recommend it as a Karahi dish isn’t truly a Karahi dish without its butter or oil.

I have also posted Restaurant Style Lahori Mutton Karahi and Kebab Karahi which are another easiest & tastiest version of making Karahi at home. Do check it out as well. It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.

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 Karahi Making!!

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January 6, 2017
Mini Pizza Cups Recipe

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Pizza is always a crowd pleaser, but making your own can be a bit of a headache. This bite-sized alternative is easy to make and healthy (just 150 calories each!) and as much fun to make as they are to eat.

Mini Pizza Cups

Mini Pizza Cups

I’m sure you’ve all heard of or made Pizza Cupcakes or Pizza Muffins before. But as simple or obvious as this recipe seems, sometimes we need a good reminder of the un-fussy classics. Sometimes you don’t have time or the right ingredients to make an elaborate meal. When this happens, it’s good to have something simple and inexpensive to fall back on.

Healthy, Budget Friendly Mini Pizza Cups? Yes, Yes, and Yes!

Mini Pizza Cups

If you’re crazy about pizza like me, but can’t justify eating it as much as you’d like, this is a great recipe for you. I used leftover pizza dough, chicken, lots of fresh vegetables, and a tablespoon or so of cheese on each mini pizza. Considering each pizza cup base 60 calories, the shredded chicken & cheese about 40 calories, and the rest of the ingredients were vegetables, I’m guessing each pizza had about 150 calories. This is not scientific, but it’s my best guess.

Mini Pizza Cups

An interesting and fun way to present your pizzas. These cute little pizza cups will delight anyone, especially kids. Have your children create their own pizzas, and get creative with the toppings. Perfectly shaped and easy to handle, they make for a great addition to lunch boxes or for picnics and road trips.

Mini Pizza Cups

Hope you will give this a try and let me know how it turns out for you..

Check it out the Mini Pizza Cups recipe and printable version here!!

I have also posted My Fav French Bread Pizza Recipe and Pizza Rolls Recipe which are another easiest & tastiest version of making Pizza. Do check it out as well. It’s finger lickin’ good. You’ll be coming back for more.

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December 4, 2016
25 Minute Chicken and Noodles Recipe

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I’m back with another post on Light Meal On Thursday. Last Thursday happened to be my brother’s birthday so there was definitely no light eating on that day, hence did not post a light meal.

Quick & Light Neal – 25 Minute Chicken and Noodles

Today’s recipe is 25 Minute Chicken and Noodles. It’s an ideal meal on lazy days or when one wants a light meal. Just make this and one is sorted.

Photo: 25 Minute Chicken and Noodles

I really hesitated on adding this recipe to the blog. It’s really very simple and seems like something everyone already makes. Then I remembered that my blog is not just for my readers, but also a record of recipes I make frequently. This is one of family favorites(especially my nano _grandma)!

I’m not going to lie. But when I made this Chicken and Noodles for the family and grandma… they devoured it. I’m NOT KIDDING. I was SHOCKED. They were begging for me. I ended up with NO leftovers. HUH?

And the best part? The entire recipe took 25 minutes to make. Enough yapping…Hope you enjoy!

Photo: 25 Minute Chicken and Noodles

A quick and delicious one pot recipe with chicken broth, chicken, noodles and healthy vegetables. This quick and easy skillet dish features all your favorite ingredients from chicken noodle soup, but without the soup. It’s a hearty meal perfect for a busy day. You can make a delicious, family-friendly dinner in just 25 minutes.

Bismillah, Let’s get started!!

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October 20, 2016
Baby Chicken Bread Recipe
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The recipe I am sharing today is a Family FAVORITE. All families have certain dishes they love to cook and eat. Mine goes gaga for these baby Chicken Breads! Put 12 dozen in front of them and they’ll still demand more. I am sure you will face the same situation with your siblings, cousins, random guests when you try these magical Baby Chicken Bread. (unless they are gluten intolerant. Oops)

I thought, I would share this FAMILY FAVORITE with everyone since so many Friends nd ClassFellows have asked for this recipe. Enjoy!

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Baby Chicken Bread

Chicken bread is a classic of Pakistani bakeries and we served it at most of the tea parties as a staple here. This simple yet delicious bread is easy to make and full of flavor.

All you really need is a few basic ingredients: salt, flour, baking soda and yeast etc. The “trick” to achieving a perfect texture is not to over knead the dough and don’t over bake, as this will make it tough & hard, ugh not good! Brush with egg wash. Sprinkle a few sesame seeds. And voila! It’s ready to go in the oven for 25 minutes.

Photo: Baby Chicken Bread

On weekend night, I decided to bake chicken bread from scratch and Just for a twist I made them in baby sizes.

Don’t ask me why I do these things. I’m not quite sure myself.

But you have to admit….they’re pretty darn cute.

Photo: Baby Chicken Bread

So now that my kitchen is covered with Baby Chicken Breads, what should I do with them?
Of course, slathering them with hot pepper sauce and taking a big bite doesn’t count. I already did that. Twice.

Photo: Baby Chicken Bread

This recipe is especially handy because it makes A LOT of Baby Chicken Breads (1-1/2 dozen to be exact). So they are the perfect, fuss-free party food. Easy to make, fun to eat.

Bismillah, Let’s get started!

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Baby Chicken Bread Recipe

Chicken bread is a classic of Pakistani bakeries and we served it at most of the tea parties as a staple here. This simple yet delicious bread is easy to make and full of flavor.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Servings 16

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
For Baby Chicken Bread Dough
4 cups plain flour
1 tablespoon instant yeast
2 tablespoon dry powdered milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon castor sugar
4 tablespoon oil
1 egg plus one for glazing
For Baby Chicken Bread Filling
2-1/2 cups boiled chicken shredded
1 large onion finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garam masala powder
1/2 cup coriander leaves
4 green chilies finely chopped
1 cup milk
2 tablespoon plain flour
2 tablespoon butter
sesame seeds & flax seeds as required

Instructions
To Make the Baby Chicken Bread Dough
In a large mixing bowl combine the plain flour, salt, castor sugar, dry milk powder, instant yeast, oil and egg.
Slowly mix in the lukewarm water with your hands till all the ingredients are mixed well and dough starts to form.
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes on a floured surface till the dough becomes smooth and is no longer sticky.
Bang the dough on the floured surface 7-8 times for elasticity.
Shape the dough in a large ball add place in a greased bowl.
Brush the top lightly with some oil.
Cover with a kitchen cloth and let the dough to rise somewhere warm until doubled in size, around 1 hour.
To make the Chicken Filling
Meanwhile, Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
Fry onion till soft and translucent.
Now add 2 tablespoon plain flour and stir well.
Season with salt , black pepper and garam masala powder.
Stir in the milk and cook for 2-3 minutes or until thickened.
Stir in the shredded chicken add chopped green chillies and coriander leaves.
Remove from the heat and let it cool completely.
Punch the dough to release air.
Preheat oven at 200 degree C.
Now divide the dough into 14-16 parts depending on how small you want the baby chicken bread to be.
Roll each piece of dough to a rectangular shape.
Snip the sides with a sharp knife and put chicken filling in the center.
Fold each side so they overlap each other (like a braid) the filling will show slightly but that’s ok.
Brush top with beaten egg.
Sprinkle sesame seeds and flex seeds.
Bake, in the preheated oven, for 25-30 minutes or until its turn golden brown.
Right after taking out of the oven apply butter well on whole bread and let it rest covered with a cloth for 2-3 minutes to soften the bread completely.
Delicious Baby Chicken Breads are ready to serve.

Notes
Serving Suggestions:
Voila! Enjoy your delicious bread with hot tea to the loving and deserving.
Recipe Tip’s:
1. I always make big batches of chicken bread at a go and then wrap them well in foil, then put them in some sort of a cellophane bag and tie it up tight and freeze.
2. They can keep up to 4 weeks! When you need one, you just thaw it out overnight in the fridge or keep it out on the counter until it’s thawed out, then unwrap and then splash a little bit of water using your fingertips on it and put it in the oven for about 5 minutes to freshen it back up. Becomes as good as new!
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Happy Baking!!

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October 11, 2016