5 from 111 votes
Chicken Malai Tikka
Chicken Malai Tikka is made from large chunks of chicken marinated in a mix of yogurt, double cream, spices, and seasonings including garlic, ginger, fenugreek leaves, and green chili paste. The marinated chicken is skewered and roasted at a high temperature, resulting in tender, creamy pieces with a delicate blend of savory and mild spice. This dish is commonly served with naan bread and highlights rich, smooth flavors from the cream and yogurt marinade.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings:
5
Calories:
260 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Indian, Pakistani
Ingredients
- 700 g chicken
- 100 g yogurt
- 100 g cream Malai, double
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp green chili paste
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp fenugreek leaves Methi, dried
- 1 tbsp Coriander
Instructions
- In a bowl add the yoghurt and cream along with the rest of the ingredients (except the chicken) then whisk until well combined
- Cut the chicken into large chunks then add into the marinade and coat each piece evenly
- Set aside and leave to marinate for at least 30 minutes, the longer the better
- Once ready to cook preheat the oven to 240°C (465°F) gas mark 9 and skewer the chicken pieces and place on a roasting tray
- Roast the chicken for 8-10 minutes on one side then flip and roast further for another 8-10 minutes
- Serve immediately with a side of naan bread and enjoy!
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Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes; longer marination improves flavor and tenderness.
- Roast at a high temperature of 240°C (465°F), turning once to cook evenly.
- Serve immediately with naan bread to balance the creamy texture and spices.
- Note that nutritional information provided is for guidance, not a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
260kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
76mg
(25%)
Sodium
534mg
(22%)
Potassium
190mg
(4%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
416IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Vitamin D
0.5µg
(3%)
Calcium
49mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 260kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 534mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 416IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.