Murgh Methi Malai Kebab: Creamy Chicken Kebab Recipe
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About Murgh Methi Malai Kebab: Creamy Chicken Kebab Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Murgh Methi Malai Kebabs, a melt-in-your-mouth appetizer that's sure to impress. Succulent chicken pieces are marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, fresh cream, and fragrant fenugreek leaves, creating a truly unforgettable culinary experience.These kebabs are incredibly versatile; grill them to perfection on skewers for a smoky char, or bake them in the oven for a tender, juicy result. The final touch of lemon juice and a sprinkle of chaat masala (optional) elevates the dish to new heights.Serve these delectable kebabs alongside a refreshing onion salad and cooling mint-coriander yogurt chutney for a complete and balanced meal. Prepare to steal the show at your next gathering!
Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
Chicken & First Marinade
- 500 gm Boneless, Chicken Leg cut into 2-inch cubes, skinless
- 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
- 1 tbsp Garlic Paste
- 1 tsp Pepper Powder white
- 0.25 tsp Cardamom Powder
- 2 gm Salt
- 0.25 cup Papaya Paste acts as a tenderizer, raw
Second Marinade
- 4 Chilies finely chopped, green
- 3 tbsp Coriander finely chopped
- 5 tbsp Cheddar Cheese grated
- 2 tsp Corn Flour
- 0.5 cup Cream fresh
- 0.5 cup Hung Yogurt greek yogurt
- 1.5 tsp Fenugreek Leaves broiled lightly, kasuri methi, dried
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg Powder
- 0.5 tsp Mace Powder
- Salt to taste
For Basting
- 1.5 tbsp Ghee melted
For Sprinkling
- 1 Lemon juiced
- 0.25 tsp Chaat Masala optional
For Serving (Optional)
Instructions
First Marination
- Clean and wash chicken thoroughly. Pat dry with a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, combine chicken with ginger-garlic paste, cardamom powder, salt, pepper, and raw papaya paste. Mix well.
- Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate for 35 minutes.
Second Marination
- Remove chicken from refrigerator. Coarsely grind green chilies and coriander leaves using a mortar and pestle.
- Add ground mixture to grated cheddar cheese, corn flour, fresh cream, broiled kasuri methi, hung curd, nutmeg powder, mace powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add marinated chicken to the second marinade. Mix thoroughly.
- Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate overnight (or at least 3 hours).
Preparing the Kebabs
- Remove from refrigerator and let stand for 25 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) in grill mode for 10 minutes.
- Place an aluminum foil sheet on a baking sheet.
- Thread chicken pieces onto skewers. Place skewers on the top rack of the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle remaining marinade and melted ghee/oil over chicken pieces.
- Turn skewers and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly browned.
Serving the Kebabs
- Serve kebabs hot, sprinkled with lemon juice and chaat masala (optional). Accompany with onion laccha salad and mint-coriander yogurt chutney.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Murgh Methi Malai Kebabs
- For extra tender chicken, marinate it for longer – up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or grill; ensure adequate space for even cooking.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.
- For a smoky flavor, grill the kebabs over charcoal instead of baking.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 18gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 536mgPotassium: 241mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 719IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 215mgIron: 1mg
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Absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing.
This looks so inviting! I’m eager to try it.
Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.
What a delicious recipe! Thanks for posting.
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