Chicken Makhni Handi,Chicken Makhani Recipe,Chicken Makhni Handi Restaurant Style

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk reduces calories while adding creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are cheaper than breasts.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato puree

Canned tomatoes are often more convenient and cost-effective.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan.

Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt.

Add 800 grams of boneless chicken to the pan.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of ginger and garlic paste.

Fry the chicken on medium flame until its color changes.

Add 0.5 tablespoon of green chili paste, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of chicken powder.

Fry the spices with the chicken for 1-2 minutes on medium flame.

Add 1.5 cups of tomato puree (prepared from blending 2 red tomatoes).

Cook for 1 minute on medium flame.

Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes on medium flame.

Once the chicken is cooked, add 3/4 cup of yogurt and mix well.

Stir the yogurt into the chicken mixture and cover.

Cook for 3-4 minutes until the oil separates.

Add 1/3 cup of cream and stir lightly.

Simmer on low flame for about 2-3 minutes.

Sprinkle all spice powder (garam masala) and garnish with coriander leaves.

Cooking Techniques

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