Khoya Chicken Recipe

Name: Khoya Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 pounds chicken - cut into medium sized pieces; 2 onion finely sliced - small or 1 large; 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste; haldi /turmeric- a pinch; 250 khoya milk solids- gm; 250 curd about gm; green chillies slit; coriander finely chopped - a large bunch; coconut milk - milk from a medium sized coconut; salt to taste; oil; chicken; coconut milk; coriander leaves

Servings: persons

2 1/4 pounds chicken - cut into medium sized pieces
2 onion finely sliced - small or 1 large
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
haldi /turmeric- a pinch
250 khoya milk solids- gm
250 curd about gm
green chillies slit
coriander finely chopped - a large bunch
coconut milk - milk from a medium sized coconut
salt to taste
oil
chicken
coconut milk
coriander leaves

1
Khoya (milk solids) preparation - Boil about 1.5 litres full cream mail on low flame till all that remains was milk solids. The last 1/2 hour is most critical as constant stirring is required to ensure the residues do not get burnt.
2
Heat oil in a wok and fry the onions till pink & transparent.
3
Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook.
4
Add the chillies, chicken and turmeric. Stir well on medium flame. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes or till the chicken is golden brown in colour.
5
Add the curd and the khoya. Stir again.
6
Sprinkle 3/4 th of the chopped coriander and mix well.
7
Continue cooking till the chicken is almost done.
8
Pour in the coconut milk and stir. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
9
Garnish with coriander leaves.
10
Serve with steamed rice, Roti, Paratha, Naan.

4265

kcal

Calories

198

Fat

319

Carbs

268

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 pounds chicken - cut into medium sized pieces, 2 onion finely sliced - small or 1 large, 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste, haldi /turmeric- a pinch, and more.

Yes, Khoya Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Khoya Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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