Malai Chicken Handi

Directions

  1. 1Marinate chicken with salt and black pepper and set aside.
  2. 2Sauté onions in oil until soft, then add green chilies and cashews.
  3. 3Blend the sautéed mixture into a thick paste with a little water.
  4. 4Heat oil in a handi and add whole spices like bay leaves, peppercorns, cloves, and cardamom.
  5. 5Add the onion-cashew paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  6. 6Add marinated chicken and sauté well.
  7. 7Sprinkle powdered spices and mix.
  8. 8Stir in the whisked curd, cover, and cook until chicken is tender.
  9. 9Finish with cream, crushed kasuri methi, green chilies, and butter.
  10. 10Let the gravy simmer and thicken.
  11. 11Serve hot with naan or rice.

Ingredients

  • boneless thigh pieces
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • oil
  • onions
  • green chilies
  • cashews
  • water
  • oil
  • bay leaves
  • peppercorns
  • cloves
  • cardamom
  • powdered spices
  • curd
  • cream
  • crushed kasuri methi
  • butter

Equipment

panblenderhandi