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🔥 Delicious & Spicy Chicken Curry Recipe 🍗🔥

Hey food lovers! 😍 Follow this recipe to make a super tasty and flavorful Chicken Curry (Chicken Rassa) 🍛 that will leave everyone licking their fingers! 🤤✨


🛒 Ingredients for Chicken Curry

🥩 Chicken – 1 kg 100g (washed)
🧅 Onions – 2 large (finely ground)
🍅 Tomatoes – 2 large (paste)
🥣 Curd (Yogurt) – 3 tbsp
🌿 Kasuri Methi (Fenugreek Leaves) – as required

🛑 Whole Spices:
🍃 Bay Leaf – 1
🌱 Cardamom (Green) – 2 small
🌰 Cloves – 5-6
🌰 Cardamom (Black) – 2 big

🥜 Cashew-Almond Paste – 100g
🌿 Coriander Powder – 2 tbsp
🧄 Ginger-Garlic Paste – 3 tbsp
🌶 Kashmiri Red Chili Powder – 2 tsp
🧂 Chaat Masala – 2 tsp
🧂 Garam Masala – 1 tsp
🌶 Red Chili Powder – 1½ tsp
Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp


🍗 Marinating the Chicken

1️⃣ Take the chicken in a bowl.
2️⃣ Add curd (3 tbsp), 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, and 1 tsp salt.
3️⃣ Mix everything well and let it rest for 30 minutes. 🕒


🍳 Cooking the Chicken Curry

👨‍🍳 Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp oil in a pan.
👨‍🍳 Step 2: Add whole spices (bay leaf, cardamom, cloves) and sauté for a few seconds.
👨‍🍳 Step 3: Add onions and cook until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté again.
👨‍🍳 Step 4: Add coriander powder, turmeric, red chili powder, and Kashmiri chili powder. Mix well.
👨‍🍳 Step 5: Fry the spices, then add cashew-almond paste and cook on medium flame for 8-10 minutes. Add a little water if needed.
👨‍🍳 Step 6: Add salt, garam masala, and tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes.
👨‍🍳 Step 7: Add the marinated chicken and cook on medium flame until well-coated with the masala.
👨‍🍳 Step 8: Add a little water, chaat masala, and Kasuri methi. Stir and cook until the chicken is tender.
👨‍🍳 Step 9: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. 🌿


🍽 Ready to Serve!

🔥 Tasty & Yummy Chicken Curry Rassa is ready! 🔥
Enjoy it hot with rice 🍚 or roti 🫓 and relish the rich flavors! 😋

Here are 10 FAQs for your Chicken Curry Recipe 🍗🔥

  1. Can I use boneless chicken for this recipe?

    ✅ Yes! You can use boneless chicken, but bone-in chicken adds more flavor to the curry.

  2. How long should I marinate the chicken?

    ⏳ Ideally, marinate for 30 minutes for better taste. For best results, marinate for 2-3 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

  3. Can I make this curry less spicy?

    🌶️ Yes! Reduce the amount of red chili powder and Kashmiri chili powder to adjust the spice level.

  4. What can I use instead of cashew-almond paste?

    🥜 You can replace it with coconut milk, poppy seed paste, or heavy cream for a different texture.

  5. Which oil is best for cooking this curry?

    🛢️ Mustard oil, ghee, or refined oil works well. For authentic flavor, use mustard oil or ghee.

  6. Can I prepare this curry without tomatoes?

    🍅 Yes! Use yogurt, tamarind pulp, or lemon juice to balance the tangy taste.

  7. How do I make the curry thicker?

    🥄 Add more cashew paste, almond paste, or a little heavy cream to get a rich, thick consistency.

  8. What is the best way to store leftover chicken curry?

    ❄️ Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on a low flame before serving.

  9. Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

    🐔 Yes! But thaw it completely before marinating to ensure even cooking and better flavor absorption.

  10. What can I serve with chicken curry?

    🍛 Serve it with steamed rice, jeera rice, naan, tandoori roti, or paratha for a delicious meal!
    Would you like me to add anything else? 😊

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Pooja is a talented homemaker and educator who wears many hats. Not only is she a dedicated teacher, but she also possesses a passion for cooking, singing, and dancing. With her post-graduate education and a wealth of skills, she resides in the historic city of Gwalior, located in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, India.

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