Murgh Malai Tikka

Murgh Malai Tikka

Murgh Malai Tikka

Contains dairy

Juicy chicken pieces marinated in cream and mild spices, grilled to perfection, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Cuisines

Mughlai Punjabi

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

300 grams boneless chicken breast
1/2 cup thick yogurt
1/4 cup fresh cream
2 tablespoons cashew nut paste
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon white pepper powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon oil
fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine yogurt, fresh cream, cashew nut paste, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, white pepper powder, garam masala, cumin powder, and salt.
  3. 3 Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to coat evenly.
  4. 4 Cover and refrigerate the marinated chicken for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best results.
  5. 5 Preheat the grill or oven to 200°C (392°F).
  6. 6 Skewer the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
  7. 7 Brush the chicken with a mixture of melted butter and oil.
  8. 8 Grill the chicken skewers for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
  9. 9 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a more intense flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Serve with mint chutney and onion rings for an authentic experience.