Creamy Chicken Handi Recipe | Murgh Malai Curry | Mughlai Creamy Chicken Gravy Recipe

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk is lighter and adds a unique flavor.

cashew nuts

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almond flour offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and adds protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are more economical.

Heat oil in a pan until hot.

Add 2 finely sliced medium onions and sauté until golden brown.

Remove the onions and set aside.

Add 1 tablespoon butter to the same oil and melt it.

Add 1 tablespoon garlic paste and sauté until fragrant.

Add 3 finely chopped green chilies and mix well.

Add 3 finely chopped medium tomatoes and cook until they form a paste.

Add 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 tablespoon crushed coriander, and mix well.

Add 1 cup yogurt slowly, keeping the flame low to prevent curdling.

Add 500 grams of chicken (with bones) and mix well.

Cover and cook until the chicken is done.

Add 2 tablespoons of fresh cream and mix well.

Add 1/4 cup of water to adjust the consistency and mix again.

Cooking Techniques

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