Chicken Handi
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Chicken Handi is a rich and flavorful North Indian curry traditionally cooked in a clay pot known as a handi. This comforting Chicken Handi recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy tomato-based gravy with yogurt, cream, and aromatic spices. Many food lovers search for an authentic Chicken Handi curry to recreate the indulgent restaurant style Chicken Handi served in dhabas and Mughlai restaurants. Slow cooking enhances the flavors, giving this Chicken Handi masala its signature depth and aroma. The thick, spicy gravy pairs perfectly with butter naan, tandoori roti, or steamed rice. If you enjoy rich gravies and classic North Indian flavors, this Chicken Handi recipe at home is definitely worth trying.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Cooking in a clay pot is the secret to achieving the unique earthy depth of an authentic Handi.
- Whisking the yogurt and adding it on low heat ensures a smooth, non-curdled gravy.
- Using ghee instead of oil provides a much richer and more flavor.
- Kasoori Methi added at the end provides the classic restaurant-style aroma that defines this dish.
Nutritional Information(Per 1 serving)
370 kcal
26g
26g
10g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.