Butter Chicken Handi

A vibrant and flavorful dish packed with fresh herbs, spices, and tender chicken, this Green Chicken Karahi is a delicious twist on the classic.

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• Chicken (bone-in or boneless, cut into pieces): 500g
• Green chilies: 6-8 (adjust to taste)
• Fresh cilantro (coriander leaves): 1 cup (chopped)
• Fresh mint leaves: 1/2 cup
• Yogurt: 1/2 cup
• Onion (chopped): 1 medium
• Garlic (crushed): 2 teaspoons
• Ginger (crushed): 2 teaspoons
• Oil or ghee: 3 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds: 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder: 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder: 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala: 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt: to taste
• Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon

Directions

1. Blend green chilies, cilantro, mint leaves, and yogurt into a smooth paste. Set aside.
2. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them sizzle for a few seconds.
3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
4. Add the chicken pieces and cook on high heat until they turn white and start to brown slightly.
5. Mix in turmeric, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for a few minutes to coat the chicken with spices.
6. Pour in the green chili-cilantro-mint-yogurt paste and stir well. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked.
7. Sprinkle garam masala and drizzle lemon juice over the dish. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Serve with warm naan, roti, or steamed rice for a flavorful meal.

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~320
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 220mg