Dahi Chicken – Indian Style
Summary
- A rich and flavorful Indian chicken curry made with yogurt, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs. This Dahi Chicken recipe features tender chicken pieces marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture and slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in a creamy and delicious dish.
All Ingredients - For Marination
- Chicken 600 g
- Yogurt/Curd 1 cup
- Salt to taste
- Cumin powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric 1/2 tsp
- Spicy red chili powder 1 tsp
- Kashmiri red chili powder 1 tsp
- Ginger-garlic paste 2 tbsp
- Coriander powder 2 tsp
- Crushed black pepper 1/2 tsp
All Ingredients - For Cooking
- Oil 1 tbsp
- Cloves 4
- Green cardamoms 2
- Cinnamon 1-inch
- Onions, chopped 2
- Kasuri Methi (roasted and crushed) 1 tsp
- Green Chili 1
- Coriander Leaves as needed
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Mixing bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine 600g chicken with 1 cup yogurt/curd, salt to taste, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp spicy red chili powder, 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder, 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 2 tsp coriander powder, and 1/2 tsp crushed black pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. for .
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan on medium heat. Add the whole spices: 4 cloves, 2 green cardamoms, and 1-inch cinnamon stick. for a few seconds until fragrant. Add 2 chopped onions and until they turn golden brown.
Step 3: Cook the Chicken
Switch off the heat. Add the chicken to the pan with the onions and spices. Stir well to combine everything. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on low heat for , or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 4: Finish the Dish
Once the chicken is cooked, add 1 tsp of roasted and crushed Kasuri Methi, 1 green chili (sliced), and fresh coriander leaves. Stir gently to incorporate the added ingredients. Cover the pan again and cook for an additional minute on low heat. Remove from heat and serve hot.
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