Chicken Malai Tikka is a delicious and flavorful Indian dish that has a long and rich history. It is believed to have originated in the Mughal Empire, which ruled much of India from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The Mughals were a Muslim dynasty from Central Asia, and they brought their own unique culinary traditions to India. It is one of the many dishes that they introduced to India. Since then, it has since become a popular dish throughout the country.
The dish is made with marinated chicken chunks cooked in a creamy and spicy sauce. The chicken is marinated in a blend of yogurt, cream, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste, garam masala powder, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. This gives the chicken a flavorful and tender texture. The chicken is then cooked in a pan with the creamy and spicy sauce, which gives the dish its signature flavor.
This recipe is a popular dish in North India, and it is often served as an appetizer or main course. It can be served with naan bread, rice, or roti. It is also a popular dish to make for parties or potlucks.
In recent years, this chicken dish has become increasingly popular in other parts of the world. It is now a popular dish in many Western countries, and it is often served in Indian restaurants. This popularity is due in part to the increasing globalization of food culture. People from all over the world are now exposed to different cuisines, and they are eager to try new and exciting dishes.
Creamy Chicken Malai Tikka Recipe
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minutesChicken Malai Tikka is a delicious and flavorful Indian dish that is made with marinated chicken chunks cooked in a creamy and spicy sauce. The chicken is marinated in a blend of yogurt, cream, lemon juice, ginger garlic paste, garam masala powder, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. This gives the chicken a flavorful and tender texture. The chicken is then cooked in a pan with the creamy and spicy sauce, which gives the dish its signature flavor. It is easy to prepare at home and can be enjoyed with any other item like rice or roti.
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Ingredients
500g boneless chicken pieces, cut into chunks
1/2 cup fresh cream
1/4 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon white pepper powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons melted butter
Salt to taste
Skewers for grilling
Directions
- In a bowl, combine fresh cream, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, white pepper powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, lemon juice, melted butter, and salt.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat them well. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Preheat the grill or oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Place the skewers on the grill or in the oven and cook for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill or oven.
- Serve the Chicken Malai Tikka hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and lemon wedges. You can also accompany it with mint chutney or a yogurt dip.
Quick Notes
- Marinating the chicken for a longer duration enhances the flavors.
- Soaking wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes before using prevents them from burning during grilling.
- If grilling is not an option, you can cook the tikka on a stovetop grill pan or in a non-stick pan.
