Sukha Chicken (dry chicken) Recipe

Name: Sukha Chicken (dry chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 grams Chicken skinless; 15 pods garlic chopped; 4 Onion chopped; 1 tsp Ginger paste; 2 Tomatoes chopped; 1 tbsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Red chilli powder; 2 Green chilli; 4 Cardamon; 4 Cloves; 1 Stick Cinnamon; 1 cup Water; 3 tbsp Butter

Servings: persons

500 grams Chicken skinless
15 pods garlic chopped
4 Onion chopped
1 tsp Ginger paste
2 Tomatoes chopped
1 tbsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Red chilli powder
2 Green chilli
4 Cardamon
4 Cloves
1 Stick Cinnamon
1 cup Water
3 tbsp Butter

1
Wash Chicken and keep aside.
2
Heat a heavy bottom pan.
3
Heat two tbs butter.
4
Add Cardamom, Clove n Cinnamon.. Let it crack.
5
Do flame medium.
6
Add chopped garlic..stir continuously.
7
Let it lil bit brown.. Be careful not to burn.
8
Add chopped onion.. Fry till transparent.. Now add chicken pieces.. Fry till golden brown.
9
Now add chopped ginger paste..
10
Chopped tomatoes.. Add salt.. Stir continuously.
11
Add coriander, cumin, turmeric n red chilli powder.
12
Mix well.. Cover the lid.
13
Do flame low.
14
Now Chicken releases lots of water.. Cook till chicken gets dry n release oil.. Now Chicken get soft partially.. U need to cook more.. Add water.
15
Cook till water gets evaporate n chicken get completely soft.. Now it's dry Chicken.. Add remaining butter.
16
Enjoy with bread.

964

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 500 grams Chicken skinless, 15 pods garlic chopped, 4 Onion chopped, 1 tsp Ginger paste, and more.

Yes, Sukha Chicken (dry 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!

Sukha Chicken (dry chicken)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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