Murgh Afghani
Contains dairy
A creamy and mildly spiced chicken dish marinated with yogurt, cream, and spices, then grilled to perfection.
Cuisines
Mughlai
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Build a full meal around Murgh Afghani
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Chicken , cut into pieces |
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1 cup | Yogurt , thick |
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2 tablespoons | Cream , fresh |
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2 tablespoons | Cashew , nuts |
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1 tablespoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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1/2 teaspoon | Black pepper powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 | Lemon , juiced |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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1 tablespoon | Butter |
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1 tablespoon | Kasuri Methi , dried fenugreek leaves |
Instructions
- 1 Blend the cashew nuts with a little water to make a smooth paste.
- 2 In a large bowl, combine yogurt, fresh cream, cashew paste, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, black pepper powder, red chili powder, lemon juice, and salt.
- 3 Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 4 Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat.
- 5 Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- 6 Cover the pan and let the chicken cook on low heat until tender, about 25-30 minutes.
- 7 Sprinkle kasuri methi over the chicken, mix well, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 8 Serve hot with naan or rice.
Tips
For a smokier flavor, grill the chicken pieces before adding them to the pan.