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Aslam Butter Chicken – Old Delhi Street Food

Recipe by Bon Appétit

  • Ready in90 min
  • Prep60 min
  • Cook30 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves1 order (2 chicken leg quarters)
  • Calories~1200 kcal
Aslam Butter Chicken – Old Delhi Street Food

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 piecesChicken leg quarters
  • As neededMarinade (secret blend of 14 spices, yogurt, oil, Simla chili achar)

For Finishing

  • As neededChaat Masala
  • 2 large spoons (approx. 60ml)Amul Cream (100% cream)
  • 500g (melted)Amul Butter

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Marinate the Chicken

    Marinate chicken leg quarters in a secret blend of 14 spices, yogurt, oil, and Simla chili achar. This step is done off-screen, but the marinated chicken is shown in a large pot.

  2. 2.Skewer the Chicken

    Skewer about 3 marinated chicken leg quarters onto each flat metal skewer.

  3. 3.Grill the Chicken (First Pass)

    Place the skewers over hot charcoal on an outdoor sigri (grill). Fan continuously to maintain high heat and sear the chicken, locking in flavor and preventing excessive dripping. Cook until about 50% done, ensuring a good char on the exterior.

  4. 4.Cool the Chicken

    Remove the partially cooked chicken from the skewers and place them in a large tub. Arrange the chicken pieces around the edge of the tub, leaving a hole in the center, to allow for even cooling by the Delhi rooftop air before refrigeration.

  5. 5.Chop the Chicken

    Once cooled, bring the chicken downstairs to the street-level station. Chop the chicken pieces into smaller, bite-sized portions on a thick wooden block using a large cleaver.

  6. 6.Re-skewer and Grill (Second Pass)

    Re-skewer the chopped chicken pieces onto new flat skewers, ensuring they are securely placed through the bone. Place them back on a hot charcoal grill on the street level to cook through and reach the right internal temperature, fanning continuously.

  7. 7.Prepare the Butter

    Place a pot containing a block of Amul butter (500g) over the charcoal grill to melt and clarify. This process develops a lovely nutty flavor in the butter.

  8. 8.Assemble the Dish

    Take the hot, grilled chicken pieces (approximately two skewers worth per order) and place them in a serving bowl. Sprinkle generously with chaat masala.

  9. 9.Add Cream and Butter

    Add two large spoons of fresh Amul cream over the chicken and chaat masala. Then, pour a significant amount of the hot, melted butter over the entire dish, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly coated and 'drowned' in butter. A final sprinkle of chaat masala and cream may be added.

  10. 10.Serve

    Serve immediately with thin Rumali Roti, which is perfect for scooping up the rich chicken and sauce. Enjoy this decadent and flavorful dish!

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Aslam Butter Chicken – Old Delhi Street Food

Ready in

90 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

60 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

1 order (2 chicken leg quarters)

Calories / Serving

~1200 kcal
Recipe by Bon Appétit on YouTube
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For the Chicken

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For Finishing

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    chicken leg quarters in a secret blend of 14 spices, yogurt, oil, and Simla chili achar. This step is done off-screen, but the chicken is shown in a large pot.

  2. 2

    Skewer the Chicken

    Skewer about 3 chicken leg quarters onto each flat metal skewer.

  3. 3

    Grill the Chicken (First Pass)

    Place the skewers over hot charcoal on an outdoor sigri (grill). Fan continuously to maintain high heat and the chicken, locking in flavor and preventing excessive dripping. Cook until about 50% done, ensuring a good char on the exterior.

  4. 4

    Cool the Chicken

    Remove the partially cooked chicken from the skewers and place them in a large tub. Arrange the chicken pieces around the edge of the tub, leaving a hole in the center, to allow for even cooling by the Delhi rooftop air before refrigeration.

  5. 5

    Chop the Chicken

    Once cooled, bring the chicken downstairs to the street-level station. Chop the chicken pieces into smaller, bite-sized portions on a thick wooden block using a large cleaver.

  6. 6

    Re-skewer and Grill (Second Pass)

    Re-skewer the chopped chicken pieces onto new flat skewers, ensuring they are securely placed through the bone. Place them back on a hot charcoal grill on the street level to cook through and reach the right internal temperature, fanning continuously.

  7. 7

    Prepare the Butter

    Place a pot containing a block of Amul butter (500g) over the charcoal grill to melt and clarify. This process develops a lovely nutty flavor in the butter.

  8. 8

    Assemble the Dish

    Take the hot, grilled chicken pieces (approximately two skewers worth per order) and place them in a serving bowl. Sprinkle generously with chaat masala.

  9. 9

    Add Cream and Butter

    Add two large spoons of fresh Amul cream over the chicken and chaat masala. Then, pour a significant amount of the hot, melted butter over the entire dish, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly coated and 'drowned' in butter. A final sprinkle of chaat masala and cream may be added.

  10. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately with thin Rumali Roti, which is perfect for scooping up the rich chicken and sauce. Enjoy this decadent and flavorful dish!

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelMedium
Chili
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    TipUse Flat Skewers to Prevent

    Use flat skewers to prevent meat from spinning and ensure even cooking.

  • 2
    Flavour tipFan the Charcoal Continuously for

    Fan the charcoal continuously for high heat and smoky flavor.

  • 3
    TipCool the Chicken Evenly Before

    Cool the chicken evenly before refrigeration by arranging pieces around the edge of a tub, leaving a hole in the center for air circulation.

  • 4
    Flavour tipThe Marinade Includes Simla Chili

    The marinade includes Simla chili achar for a unique spicy and tangy flavor.

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