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chicken achari recipe

Fiery Chicken Achari Recipe in 45 Minutes or Less


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A flavorful and tangy chicken dish made with pickling spices, yogurt, and a blend of aromatic spices.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mustard oil
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp red chili powder
  • 1 tbsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tsp nigella seeds
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat mustard oil in a pan until smoky. Let it cool slightly.
  2. Add cumin, fennel, fenugreek, and nigella seeds. Sauté for a few seconds.
  3. Add chopped onions and green chilies. Fry until golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.
  6. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  7. Add chicken pieces and cook until they turn white.
  8. Whisk yogurt and add to the chicken. Stir well.
  9. Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is tender.
  10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken for better flavor.
  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Serve with naan or steamed rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken achari, spicy chicken, Indian curry, pickling spices