Achari Chicken Bake

Deliciously tangy Indian style chicken, cooked in pickling spices. This is a slight twist to the classic Achari Chicken recipe. Perfect with cauliflower rice and a side salad.

Yield 4

Author Jasmin Dhillon

Prep time

10 Min

Cook time

1 H & 20 M

Total time

1 H & 30 M

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Achari Chicken Bake

A mouthwatering Indian chicken dish cooked in aromatic pickling spices. The chicken drumsticks are marinated in a flavoursome blend of yoghurt, ginger, garlic, and pickling spice, then baked to perfection. The caramelised onions, fragrant spices, and tangy tomato paste create a rich and savoury sauce that beautifully coats the tender chicken.

Ingredients

• 1 kg chicken drumsticks
• 1 tsp of salt
• 2 tbsp of natural set yoghurt
• 2 tsp of Pickling Spice (@frontiercoop - available on @iherb)
• 1 tbsp of ginger paste
• 1 tbsp of garlic paste
• 2 onions, sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, diced
• 1 cm piece of ginger, diced
• 1-2 green chillies (depending on tolerance)
• 1/2 tsp of cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp of black mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp of fennel seeds
• 2 tbsp of ghee
• 1 tbsp of tomato paste
• 1 tsp of pomegranate seed or mango powder (optional)
• Fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. Blitz the pickling spice into a coarse powder.
2. Mix the yoghurt with garlic and ginger paste.
3. Marinate the chicken in half of the pickling spice and the yoghurt mixture.
4. In a hot pan, add the ghee, the remaining pickling spices, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and fennel seeds.
5. When the spices pop and sizzle, add the onions, garlic, ginger, and chillies.
6. Caramelise the onions, then add the tomato paste.
7. When the fat begins to separate from the paste, add the salt and pomegranate powder (if using).
8. Add the marinated chicken and coat it with the mixture.
9. Transfer the chicken to a baking tray and bake at 180°C for 1 hour or until cooked through.
10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve with cauliflower rice or your favourite veggies.
11. Enjoy the aromatic flavours of this Baked Achari Chicken dish!

Notes

I've used chicken drumsticks for this recipe, but feel free to replace with any part of the chicken. If using boneless chicken, adjust the cooking time accordingly. For a meat-free version, you can use paneer or tofu.

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Recommended Products:

Organic Pickling Spice

Free Range Chicken Drumsticks

Amul ghee

Nutrition Facts

Calories

393.34

Fat (grams)

23.79 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

9.03 g

Carbs (grams)

12.74 g

Fiber (grams)

3.02 g

Net carbs

9.73 g

Sugar (grams)

4.31 g

Protein (grams)

31.35 g

Sodium (milligrams)

854 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

174.6 mg

Please note that the nutritional information provided for this recipe is an estimate and can vary depending on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients used. The values provided are intended as a general guideline and should not be considered as a substitute for professional dietary advice or medical guidance. It is always recommended to consult with a qualified healthcare professional or registered dietitian for personalized nutritional advice. Remember that individual dietary needs and preferences may also impact the nutritional content of the final product.

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