π *Afghani Chicken β Creamy, Royal & Irresistible!* β¨
*Ingredients π:*
π Chicken pieces (cleaned)
π§
Onion
π§ Garlic
πΏ Ginger
πΆοΈ Green chilies
πΏ Fresh coriander leaves
π± Mint leaves
π§ Salt to taste
β« Black pepper powder
π Lemon juice
π₯£ Curd (thick)
π₯ Fresh cream (thick)
π’οΈ Oil or ghee (for cooking)
*Whole Spices πΏ:*
πΈ Cloves
π Cardamom
πΎ Cumin seeds
π Cinnamon stick
β« Whole black pepper
*Dry Masala π§‘:*
πΏ Coriander powder
π Turmeric powder
πΆοΈ Red chili powder
πΌ Garam masala powder
πΎ Cumin powder
πΏ Roasted kasuri methi
π₯ Extra cream (for garnish)
π¨βπ³ *Method:*
1. *Make the Marinade:* Blend onion, garlic, ginger, green chilies, coriander & mint into a smooth paste.
2. *Marinate the Chicken:* Add salt, black pepper, lemon juice, curd, thick cream & the prepared paste to the chicken. Marinate for 1 hour.
3. *Roast the Chicken:* Heat a pan with a little oil or ghee and roast the marinated chicken till lightly golden and half cooked.
4. *Prepare the Gravy:* In another kadhai, heat oil or ghee, add whole spices (cloves, cardamom, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper) and sautΓ© till aromatic.
5. *Add the Leftover Marinade:* Pour in the remaining marinade and cook for 5 minutes. Add coriander powder, turmeric, red chili, cumin & garam masala.
6. *Combine & Cook:* Add roasted chicken, mix well, and cook until oil separates and the chicken is tender.
7. *Finish in Style β¨:* Sprinkle garam masala, roasted kasuri methi & drizzle fresh cream on top for that royal touch.
π«Ά *Serve Hot:* Enjoy your creamy, flavorful *Afghani Chicken* with naan, paratha, or jeera rice! π½οΈπ
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