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Spicy Chicken Marination recipe

Spicy Chicken Marination

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Rakovine Apao (@thatpetitefoodie)
IndianDinnerMain CourseSpicyNon-Vegetarian

A flavorful marination for chicken using hung curd and a blend of spices, perfect for a desi dish craving.

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Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 piece of marinated chicken)

Marination

  • Hung curd
    Hung curd
    1cup
  • Chilli powder
    Chilli powder
    2tsp
  • Ginger Garlic Paste
    Ginger Garlic Paste
    2tbsp
  • Dhaniya powder
    Dhaniya powder
    2tsp
  • Chicken masala
    Chicken masala
    2tsp
  • Salt
    Salt
    2tsp
  • Haldi
    Haldi
    1/2tsp
  • Garam masala
    Garam masala
    1/2tsp

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

90.0kcal (4.5%)

Protein

7.0g (14%)

Carbs

7.5g (2.73%)

Sugars

1.5g (3%)

Healthy Fat

0.8g

Unhealthy Fat

1.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
40min

How to make Spicy Chicken Marination

Preparation of Hung Curd

  1. Step 1

    Take a bowl and place a sieve over it. Line the sieve with a clean cloth.

  2. Step 2

    Add the curd to the cloth and let it drain for 20 minutes.

Marination and Cooking

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, combine the hung curd with chilli powder, ginger garlic paste, dhaniya powder, chicken masala, salt, haldi, and garam masala.

  2. Step 2

    Mix well to create a marinade for the chicken.

  3. Step 3

    You can cook the marinated chicken in an air fryer at 190°C for 20 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Alternatively, fry onions and tomatoes in a pan, then add the chilli powder, dhaniya powder, haldi, and salt before adding the marinated chicken.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

90.0kcal (4.5%)

Protein

7.0g (14%)

Carbs

7.5g (2.73%)

Sugars

1.5g (3%)

Healthy Fat

0.8g

Unhealthy Fat

1.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the curd is well-drained to achieve the right consistency for marination.

  2. Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preference.

FAQS

  1. What is hung curd?

    Hung curd is made by draining excess water from regular curd, resulting in a thicker consistency.

  2. Can I use regular curd instead of hung curd?

    For best results, use hung curd as it provides a richer flavor and better texture.

  3. How can I adjust the spice level?

    You can reduce the amount of chilli powder or add more yogurt to tone down the heat.

  4. What can I serve with this marinated chicken?

    This chicken pairs well with naan, rice, or a fresh salad.

  5. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?

    Yes, you can marinate the chicken ahead of time and cook it when ready to serve.

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Spicy Chicken Marination recipe