How to Cook Chicken Maharani: A Flavorful Indian Curried Delicacy

Chicken maharani is a rich and flavorful Indian dish that combines the tender, succulent pieces of chicken in a creamy tomato-cashew gravy. Follow this detailed recipe to prepare this dish beautifully at home.

Ingredients

500g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes 1 tablespoon yogurt 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder Salt to taste 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece ginger, grated 2 tomatoes, chopped 1/4 cup cashews, soaked 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 cup water 1/4 cup heavy cream Salt to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, combine the yogurt, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Add the chicken cubes and mix well to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to an hour.

Cook the Chicken

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Make the Gravy

In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the onions and cook until softened.

Add Spices

Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for a few seconds more. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.

Blend

Transfer the tomato mixture to a blender along with the soaked cashews. Blend until smooth.

Simmer

Return the blended mixture to the pan and add the garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, water, and salt. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the gravy thickens.

Combine

Add the cooked chicken to the gravy and simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Finish

Stir in the heavy cream and heat for a few seconds more.

Serve

Serve hot with rice, naan, or roti.

Enjoy this delicious and aromatic chicken maharani as a main course or as an accompaniment to any meal. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is sure to delight your family and friends. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy cooking!