Tawa Chicken Recipe (Pakistani Street-Style Chicken Recipe)
If you love spicy, sizzling chicken recipes, this Tawa Chicken will steal your heart! It’s a Pakistani street-style chicken recipe cooked on a round griddle (tawa) with a blend of desi spices, tomatoes, yogurt, and fresh coriander.The aroma of sizzling chicken masala reminds me of Lahore’s famous food streets — the sound, the spice, and that buttery shine! The best part? You can make this juicy and flavorful tawa chicken easily at home in just 30 minutes.
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Calories: 270kcal
Equipment
- Cast iron griddle
Ingredients
- ½ kg Chicken
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Garlic Paste
- 4 Tomatoes without skin
- ½ cup Yogurt
- 400 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ⅓ teaspoon Black Salt
- 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
- ½ tso Turmeric
- ½ teaspoon Coriander Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- 2 teaspoon Kasuri Meethi optional
- 3 Green Chilies
- Fresh Coriander and Julienne Ginger for Garnishing
Instructions
- Use a heavy-bottomed iron griddle (tawa) for the best results. Heat oil on high flame.
- Add chicken pieces and sauté on high heat until they change color. Keep stirring to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Mix in ginger garlic paste and cook for 2–3 minutes to remove the raw smell. Then add salt, red chili powder, turmeric, and coriander powder. Sauté for another few minutes until the spices release their aroma.
- Add yogurt and chopped tomatoes, stirring well. Cook on high heat until the mixture blends into a smooth, rich masala.
- Pour in a little water, cover the tawa, and let the chicken cook on low-medium heat for about 15 minutes or until it becomes tender and juicy.
- Once the chicken is cooked, uncover and fry on high heat. Stir continuously until the oil separates and the chicken becomes glossy and slightly crispy.
- Sprinkle garam masala, kasuri methi (blend using both palms) and green chili slices, mix well, and cook for a couple of minutes to infuse the flavor.
- Garnish with fresh coriander, green chilies and julienned ginger and lemon slices.
Notes
- Use a cast iron griddle (tawa) or a nonstick skillet pan since the chicken will be cooked at high heat. A heavy metal pan will yield the best results.
- Always cook the chicken on high heat to seal its pores. This step significantly improves the flavor of the chicken.
- Avoid using large pieces of chicken. I used for smaller pieces with bones.
- Tawa chicken features a smooth, consistent, and thick curry.
- Kasuri methi adds a nutty and savory flavor that enhances the chicken's taste. Don't skip it; it will provide the best flavor. Use it sparingly, as too much can make the chicken taste bitter.
Nutrition
Serving: 100g | Calories: 270kcal
