Dahi Chicken
This aromatic dahi chicken delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. Tender chicken pieces are simmered in a creamy yogurt-based sauce with warming spices, creating a comforting dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 285kcal
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken bone-in or boneless
- 1 cup plain yogurt dahi
- 2 large onions sliced
- 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 3-4 tbsp cooking oil or ghee
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk the yogurt in a bowl until completely smooth and set aside.
- Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and ginger-garlic paste, sear until chicken changes color on all sides.
- Add cumin seeds and cinnamon stick, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and softened.
- Add turmeric, coriander powder, and red chili powder, cook for 1 minute.
- Add the whisked yogurt gradually while stirring continuously to prevent curdling.
- Add salt to taste, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
ring yogurt to room temperature before using to prevent curdling when added to the hot pan.
If using boneless chicken, reduce cooking time to 15-20 minutes to avoid overcooking.
For extra richness, substitute half the oil with ghee or add 2 tbsp heavy cream at the end.
This dish tastes even better the next day as flavors develop, making it perfect for meal prep.
If the curry appears too thick, add a splash of warm water or chicken broth to reach desired consistency.
For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut yogurt, though the flavor profile will change slightly.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 425mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g