Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.First Marinade

   In a large bowl, combine 750g of chicken with salt, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste, 3 tbsp curd, 1/2 tsp pepper powder, 1 tbsp ready chicken masala powder, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Mix everything well to coat the chicken. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

2. 2.Second Marinade

   After the chicken has marinated for 1 hour, add 2 tbsp oil, 2 chopped big tomatoes, and 1 tbsp chili powder to the bowl. Give it a good mix and set aside.

3. 3.Sauté Aromatics

   Heat oil in a large pot or pan. Add 1 tbsp of chopped garlic and sauté for a few seconds. Then, add the whole spices: 2 small cinnamon sticks, 3-4 green cardamoms, 3-4 cloves, 1-2 star petals, and 7-8 peppercorns. Sauté for another few seconds.

4. 4.Fry Onions

   Add 2 thinly sliced onions to the pot. Fry, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn a deep golden brown.

5. 5.Cook the Chicken

   Add the marinated chicken mixture to the pot with the fried onions. Mix well and simmer on low to medium heat for 1-2 minutes.

6. 6.Simmer the Curry

   Pour in 1 cup of water and mix well. Sprinkle some fresh curry leaves over the top. Cover the pot and cook on low to medium heat for 5-6 minutes.

7. 7.Final Cooking

   After 5-6 minutes, uncover the pot, give it a mix, then cover it again. Continue to cook on low heat for another 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

8. 8.Garnish and Finish

   Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp kasoori methi, and 3 tbsp of chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and turn off the heat. The chicken curry is ready to serve.