Sure! Here’s a tasty chicken tikka rice recipe that combines flavorful chicken tikka with fragrant rice.
Chicken Tikka Rice Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken Tikka:
- 500g boneless chicken (cut into cubes)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
For the Rice:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 green cardamom pods
- 2-3 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, oil, garlic, ginger, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
- Add chicken cubes and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
2. Cook the Chicken Tikka:
- Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers and place on a baking tray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway, until cooked through.
- Grill Method: Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked and slightly charred.
3. Prepare the Rice:
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain.
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Add bay leaf, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the drained rice and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the water or chicken broth, add salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
4. Combine:
- Once the chicken is cooked, you can mix it into the rice or serve it on top.
5. Serve:
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with lemon wedges.
Enjoy your chicken tikka rice!
