MURGH MALAI TIKKA [in oven]

A popular Indian classic, commonly known as Murg Malai Tikka/ Kebab. Before I begin with the recipe, let's talk about Murgh Malai Tikka. "MURGH" means cubed pieces of chicken, "MALAI" means cream and "TIKKA" means pieces of meat marinated in a spicy mix. So Murgh Malai Tikka is simply small pieces of chicken cooked in a cream and yogurt-based marinade and grilled to perfection.  A chicken malai tikka recipe for soft, juicy kebabs on skewers that will simply melt in your mouth. Serve it with naan, chapati, roti or as a starter to your parties and get together. Perfect for an outdoor barbecue or luncheon. You can make different wraps with them and you can never go wrong with these simple yet tasty kebabs. I am damn sure that these kebabs will make your appetite satisfy. 

INGREDIENTS:

500 gms Boneless Chicken, cut into bite size cubes

1 Onion, cut into bite size cubes

1 teaspoon Kasoori Methi

For Marination:

1 Cup Hung Curd

3 tablespoon Cream Cheese [optional]

1 tablespoon Cream

1 tablespoon Ginger-Garlic Paste

3 tablespoon Mint + Coriander Chutney

1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

1 teaspoon Green Chilli Paste [optional]

1 teaspoon Cornflour

1 Teaspoon Cumin Powder

1 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder

Salt as needed

2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

METHOD:

STEP 1 – Clean and cut the chicken in small bite-size pieces.

STEP 2 - In mixer pot, add green chillies, mint and coriander leaves and make a fine paste.

STEP 2 – Combine all the ingredients for marination with the green paste in a mixing bowl. Whisk to form a smooth paste.

STEP 3 – Add chicken pieces, onions cubes and mix well to coat everything nicely.

 

Add lemon juice and give a nice mix.

STEP 4 – Cover with cling wrap or a lid and keep covered in the fridge for minimum 30 minutes. If you have time, it’s better to keep it overnight.

STEP 5 – Pre-heat the oven at 400 degrees F/ 180 degree C for 10 minutes.

STEP 6 - Remove from fridge 45 minutes-1 hour before baking.

STEP 6 – Line the skewers in a baking tray and lightly spray some oil over the skewers.

STEP 7 – Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on the skewers.

STEP 8 – Bake for 10 minutes at 180 degrees C and then turn the side.

STEP 9 – Lightly spray the side up with oil and bake from the other side for about 8-10 minutes. 

STEP 10 – Remove and immediately transfer on a serving plate and serve hot.

Serve hot with your favourite chutney/dip and enjoy.

NOTES: *Time may vary depending on the brand of the oven.