HARIYALI TAWA CHICKEN / GRILL CHICKEN


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Hariyali Tawa Chicken / Grill Chicken

⏱️ Prep: 20 min + marination
🔥 Cook: 30 min
🕒 Total: 50 min
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Servings: 4–5

Juicy, smoky, and packed with flavors—this Hariyali Tawa Chicken is marinated with fresh coriander, mint, green chilies, and yogurt, then grilled to perfection in butter. A perfect recipe for a spicy, herby delight served with paratha, roti, or as a starter!

💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ✅ Fresh, herby green marinade for authentic flavor
  • ✅ Juicy grilled chicken with smoky butter flavor
  • ✅ Easy to make on a tawa or grill pan
  • ✅ Perfect as a starter or main dish with paratha/roti

💡 Cooking Tips

  • Marinate overnight for maximum flavor.
  • Use mustard oil instead of butter for a smoky twist.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan—grill in batches if needed.
  • Keep basting with marinade while cooking for juiciness.

🍴 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve hot with butter naan, paratha, or tandoori roti.
  • Add sliced onions, lemon wedges, and mint chutney.
  • Can also be paired with simple jeera rice.

❄️ Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat on a tawa with a little butter to restore freshness.
  • Avoid microwaving for too long—it can dry out the chicken.

🔄 Variations

  • Replace drumsticks with chicken thighs or boneless pieces.
  • Make it less spicy by reducing green chilies.
  • For a smoky dhaba-style flavor, place hot coal in the pan, drizzle ghee, and cover for 5 minutes (dum method).

❓ FAQs

  • Can I bake instead of grilling? Yes, bake at 200°C for 25–30 min, basting occasionally.
  • Is milk powder necessary? No, it just adds richness, you can skip it.
  • Can I make this ahead? Yes, marinate chicken overnight and cook before serving.
  • How do I make it less spicy? Reduce the amount of green chilies and add extra yogurt to balance.

📝 Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

  • 1 kg chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 tbsp milk powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp chaat masala

Green Marinade

  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • Handful fresh coriander
  • 1/2 cup green chilies (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • Few mint leaves

Cooking & Garnish

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • Extra green chilies / peppers
  • Fried onions for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare the green paste by blending garlic, ginger, coriander, chilies, onions, and mint.
  2. Mix chicken with yogurt, milk powder, spices, and the green paste. Marinate overnight (or at least 30 min).
  3. Heat butter in a tawa until slightly brown.
  4. Place chicken pieces and grill on medium heat until tender. Keep basting with marinade.
  5. If needed, add a splash of water and cover for a few minutes.
  6. Garnish with fried onions and green chilies.
  7. Serve hot with paratha, roti, or naan.
📊 Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: ~340 | Protein: 28g | Carbs: 4g | Fat: 24g

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