Garlic Chicken

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  • Serves: 4 people
  • Cooking: 30 minutes
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Garlic chicken is an Indo-Chinese fare that will tempt you with its bold garlic flavor. Pan-fried chicken & garlic are the star ingredients of this dish, though they are accompanied by a medley of Indian spices, all of which make it special. This spicy garlic Indian chicken fare is sure to get you good raves wherever you serve it.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place green chilies, ginger, garlic, and black pepper in a mixer grinder and blend them to a fine paste. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
  2. Add yogurt to the bowl and combine it well.
  3. Marinate the chicken with the above garlic chili mixture and set it aside for an hour or two.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, heat enough oil, and cook the onions until brown.
  5. Add chicken to the pan and fry them until done.
  6. Add salt as needed and garnish with coriander leaves.

Cooking Tips

  1. Use fresh garlic paste, as it affects the taste of the dish significantly.

  2. Simmer the chicken in the gravy for at least 5 to 10 minutes so that the flavors get absorbed.

  3. Bone-in chickens are a better choice with regard to flavour and juiciness.

Marination Tips

  1. Ensure the chicken is marinated for at least 30 minutes. For maximum flavour, marinate it overnight or for 2 to 4 hours.

  2. Score the chicken lightly so that the marinade penetrates it better.

How to Serve

Garlic chicken is served with fried rice, hakka noodles, steamed basmati rice, and Indian flatbreads like chapathi, naan, porotta, etc.

The Story Behind Garlic Chicken

Garlic Chicken showcases how much Indians love garlic. On top of that, garlic has numerous medicinal properties in Ayurveda, which gives us more reason to include it in most of our dishes. This dish is supposed to have its origin in North Indian kitchens, where Mughal influences combine with local cooking techniques. Garlic was not just for flavor but also for its perceived health benefits, such as boosting immunity and aiding digestion.

Historically, garlic was once seen as a simple food of the working class because of its strong flavor. However, over time, it started to appear in the luxurious kitchens of royalty when chefs realized how perfectly it pairs with chicken. By the 1970s and 1980s, garlic had become a beloved ingredient in restaurants, especially shining in Indian-Chinese fusion dishes, making it a popular choice among many food lovers.

Pro Tips for Perfect Results

  1. If time permits, crush the garlic under a flat knife for making the sauce instead of just mincing it.

  2. Allow the curry to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.

Garlic Chicken Variations

  1. A Dry version in which there is minimal sauce and is more like stir-fry
  2. A gravy version in which there is lots of abundant sauce for rice pairing
  3. Butter garlic, in which there is the addition of butter and cream to make it richer.
  4. Honey garlic in which honey is added so that it has a sweet and savory combination

Storing & Reheating Tips

Leftover garlic chicken can be stored for 2 to 3 days in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Reheat it gently on stove along with a splash of water.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  1. Sauté the garlic on medium heat; otherwise, there is a chance for it to get burnt soon.

  2. If the yogurt curdles during cooking, stir it well so that it will help to reincorporate it back into the curry.

  3. Make sure the chicken is not overcooked; otherwise, it will become chewy.

Equipment Needed

Mixing bowl for marination

Heavy-bottomed pan or kadai

Garlic press or grater

Spatula

Serving bowl

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Author Murugan Andezuthu Dharmaratnam

I'm Murugan, and this is where I share my passion for easy-to-cook bachelor food. You'll discover a mix of simple recipes tailored for single servings, quick meals, and occasional indulgent treats.

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