Chicken Yakhni
Savour the rich, aromatic flavours of chicken yakhni, a traditional dish packed with a myriad of spices. Explore a world of culinary delight as you cook and taste this beloved Indian recipe that combines simple ingredients and straightforward instructions.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 1 hr 15 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 50 ml Olive Oil
- 750 g Chicken
- 1 Onions
- 1 tsp Ginger Paste
- 1 tsp Garlic Paste
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 2 Black Cardamom (Bari Elaichi)
- 1- inch Cinnamon (Darchini)
- 1.5 litre Water
Instructions
- 1
Heat up the olive oil in a pan on medium pan until hot
- 2
Add the black cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, garlic paste, and ginger paste then sauté for 1-2 minutes
- 3
Add the finely chopped onions and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened
- 4
Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until colour changes
- 5
Add the salt, black pepper, garam masala, and cumin powder then cook the spices for 5-6 minutes
- 6
Add the water and mix then cover and cook for 1 hour on medium heat
- 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!