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Mughlai Chicken Changezi

Mughlai Chicken Changezi: A Creamy Indulgence at Home

Mughlai Chicken Changezi offers a creamy and flavorful experience that captures the essence of Mughlai cuisine.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian, Mughlai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 kg Bone-in skinless chicken pieces Thighs or drumsticks preferred.
  • 1 cup Yogurt (Curd) Fresh plain yogurt.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Oil or Ghee Ghee is traditional.
  • 2 medium Onions Chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste Store-bought or homemade works.
  • 2 medium Tomatoes Grated ripe tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Cashew Nuts Creaminess; almonds can substitute.
  • 1 cup Milk For richness.
  • 2 tbsp Cream For garnish.
For the Spices
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder Warm, earthy flavor.
  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder Warm, earthy flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder For color and warmth.
  • 1 tbsp Kashmiri Red Chili Powder For color, non-spicy.
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala Powder Use high-quality for authenticity.
  • 1 tsp Chaat Masala Tangy flavor; substitute with lemon juice.
  • 2 tbsp Kasuri Methi (Dry Fenugreek Leaves) Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Pan
  • Blender

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, and Kashmiri red chili powder. Add the chicken pieces, making sure they're well-coated, and let it rest for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  2. Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and cashew nuts until the onions turn light brown. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  3. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed and increase the heat. Add the marinated chicken and roast for about 10 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside the chicken for later.
  4. In the pan, heat additional oil or ghee, then add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the grated tomatoes, turmeric, and Kashmiri red chili powder. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture (approximately 7-8 minutes).
  5. Add the prepared onion-cashew paste, milk, and a splash of water to create the gravy. Gently fold in the roasted chicken, cover, and simmer on low heat until the chicken is tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Optional: Garnish with a drizzle of cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken in yogurt for up to 24 hours for best results. Ensure to cook until oil separates for rich gravy. Adjust cream for preferred richness.

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