It’s a perfect example of simple North Indian regional cooking ! This is especially a great recipe when you are on a weight loss diet or even if you aren’t on one.With this Indian chicken curry recipe in your repertoire ,you can ace any dinner party! Especially because it’s Fuss free, uses minimum ingredients and packs in a punch(and then some!)
How to make Achari Chicken
Step 1: Making the Spice Mix
Blend the Red Chillies,Methi Seeds,Mustard,Fennel Seeds,Nigella Seeds and Salt to make homemade Achari masala.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
Mix the blended dry Achari Masala, Yogurt, Turmeric and Salt.Marinade the chicken for at least 15 minutes and for best results for 12 hours in the refrigerator.
Step 3: Making the Curry Base
Heat Oil in a Deep Pot on high heat.When the oil starts smoking, reduce the flame to low.Add onions,Green Chilli, Ginger & Garlic.Sauté till the onions turn golden brown.Add the coriander powder and mix well. Bhuno or saute this for about a minute.You can also make the indian bhuna masala in bulk and use it in curries.Add Chopped up Pickle and 1 cup water.Check the salt, add more if needed.I find the taste of lime pickle the best.It adds a great depth and dimension to the curry.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
To this Add the chicken along with the marinade.Cook covered for 30 minutes on medium-low flame. If you want a thicker gravy, just cook the chicken uncovered for a few more minutes till you get the desired consistency.
How to Serve Achari Murg
You could eat this indian chicken curry with Chapattis or Moong Dal Chilla ,if you are controlling your carb intake.I frankly love this with some homemade dal chawal too! You can read all about how I make dal at home here.
Achari Chicken Recipe with Boneless Chicken
This curry can be made with boneless chicken too.I do my Indian meal prep using this recipe- Just cook 4 chicken breasts in the same spices and yogurt and divide between 4 boxes with some brown rice, quinoa or Millets and your meal prep is done! But if you are looking for a RICH Chicken curry which will impress all your family members then you should make this with chicken on the bone and with skin.This ensures maximum flavour and depth.
Here are some more indian chicken curry recipes for you
Butter ChickenTamil Pepper ChickenSouth Indian chicken CurryChicken Keema CurryMughlai Chicken Korma
