Chicken Chaat
Perfect for lovers of bold, tangy flavors, this Chicken Chaat is a quick and vibrant Indian-inspired dish that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Tender bite-sized chicken pieces are seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and chaat masala, then tossed with crisp fresh veggies, tangy chutneys, and creamy yogurt. A topping of crunchy sev and juicy pomegranate seeds adds irresistible texture and bursts of sweetness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal as a light appetizer, street-food-style snack, or even a flavorful salad alternative. Elevate your taste buds with this irresistible fusion of spice, zest, and crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 2 teaspoons Chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Tomato, finely chopped
- 1 Green chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind chutney
- 2 tablespoons Mint chutney
- 2 tablespoons Plain yogurt
- 0.5 cup Sev (crispy chickpea noodles)
- 0.25 cup Pomegranate seeds (optional)
Instructions
Cut the boneless chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, followed by turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook the chicken for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until fully cooked and golden brown.
Sprinkle chaat masala over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat. Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled chicken, chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and fresh cilantro.
Add tamarind chutney, mint chutney, plain yogurt, and lemon juice to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly mixed.
Transfer the chicken chaat to a serving platter and sprinkle sev on top for a crispy texture.
Optionally, garnish with pomegranate seeds for a burst of color and sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your tangy, spicy Chicken Chaat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.9 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 5475 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 155.8 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2682 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
