14 PAKISTANI CHICKEN RECIPES by (YES I CAN COOK)

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with less fat.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but may be more expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are cheaper than breasts.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor with fewer calories.

Marinate chicken leg pieces with crushed garlic, lemon juice, salt, paprika powder, and crushed red chilies for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated chicken and cook until browned, about 10 minutes.

Add water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

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