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Fiery Chicken Achari in 5 Easy Steps

Fiery Chicken Achari in 5 Easy Steps

This Fiery Chicken Achari recipe combines aromatic spices with tender chicken for a tangy and spicy delight that'll excite your taste buds.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lb chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp mustard seeds
  • 1.5 tbsp fenugreek seeds roasted
  • 2 tbsp red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Toast mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant. Grind them into a fine powder and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground seed powder, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, minced garlic, grated ginger, and salt. Add yogurt and mix to form a marinade.
  • Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5 minutes on each side until browned.
  • Pour in water, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender. Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Serve hot with basmati rice or naan for a complete meal. Adjust chili powder according to your spice preference.