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Festive Chicken Chasni Celebration

Chicken Chasni

Discover the rich flavors of chicken chasni in this comprehensive guide. Learn to cook this mouthwatering dish at home with expert tips.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 5 people
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Saucepan: Used for cooking the chicken and simmering the sauce.
  • 1 Cutting Board and Knife: For chopping vegetables and preparing ingredients.
  • 1 Mixing Bowls: To marinate the chicken and mix spices.

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken pieces (boneless, cut into cubes)
  • Onion (1, finely chopped)
  • 1 pureed Tomato
  • 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 chopped Green chilies
  • 1/4 cup Cashew nuts
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Tomato ketchup
  • 1 tsp Red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • Garam masala (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Salt
  • 1 tbsp Cooking oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the chicken pieces with ginger-garlic paste, salt, red chili powder, and turmeric powder. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a pan and sauté chopped onions until golden brown.
  • Add chopped green chilies and the marinated chicken. Cook until the chicken is browned.
  • Add tomato puree and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  • Mix in the cashew nut paste and cook for a few minutes.
  • Add sugar, vinegar, tomato ketchup, and a pinch of garam masala. Adjust the sweetness and acidity according to your taste.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Simmer the curry until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors are well combined.
  • Adjust the seasoning with salt and additional spices if needed.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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Notes

Chicken Chasni is a delightful Indian-Scottish fusion dish known for its sweet and tangy flavor profile. Marinated chicken cubes are cooked in a creamy sauce made with a blend of finely chopped onions, pureed tomatoes, ginger-garlic paste, and a cashew nut paste. The addition of heavy cream, sugar, vinegar, and tomato ketchup creates a harmonious balance of sweetness and acidity. Seasoned with red chili powder, turmeric, and garam masala, the dish offers a rich and flavorful experience. Garnished with fresh coriander leaves, Chicken Chasni is typically enjoyed with naan or rice, making it a popular choice in Indian cuisine. Adjust the ingredient quantities to suit personal taste preferences.
 
 
 
Keyword Chicken Chasni