Makhmali Chicken Kebab | PNT Food

Kebabs or Kababs as they are called in India is one of the most widely eaten dish. These malai kebabs or Makmali Kebabs are they are referred to sometimes have a very smooth texture and Smokey flavor. They are made with boneless chicken breasts marinated with cream and yogurt. The chicken is flavored with mild spices and cooked in a tandoor or charcoal grill. You can never go wrong with these simple yet tasty kebabs.

   

Course:	Cuisine:	Skill Level:	Type:
Starters	Mughlai	Beginner	Non-Vegetarian

Prep time:	Cooking Time:	Passive Time:	Serves:
30 mins	30 mins	0 mins	4 People

Ingredients

1. Boneless chicken breast 500 grams, cut into cubes
2. For marinade:
3. Dahi (curd) – 1 cup (hang it in a cotton cloth for about an hour to make it thick)
4. Fresh Cream – 2 tbsp
5. Cheddar Cheese – 1 cube
6. Squeezed Lemon  - 1
7. Cornflour – 1 tbsp
8. Garam masala – 1 tsp
9. Ginger garlic and green chilli paste – 2 tbsp
10. Salt to taste
11. Butter or ghee for basking – 2 tbsp
12. Onions for garnishing

Marination Instructions

1. Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces. Keep it aside.
2. Mix all the ingredients of the marinade in a bowl.
3. Combine the marinade and the chicken.
4. Nicely rub the marinade onto the chicken pieces and refrigerate it for at least 4-6 hours. Keep it marinated overnight for better results.

Instructions Cooking:

1. These kebabs should ideally be cooked in a tandoor or charcoal grill. Alternatively, you can cook them in the oven at 180degree for 20 minutes. You can use a grill pan or an air fryer.
2. Whatever the mode of cooking you choose, do not forget to keep basking the chicken pieces with butter or ghee.
3. Once the chicken is done garnish it with a mix of some butter, cream and chat masala.
4. Serve hot with onions and coriander chutney.

Author: Sugandha Mathur