Irresistibly Hot and Flavorful Chicken Tikka Sizzler Recipe!
The Chicken Tikka Sizzler is a deliciously hot and flavorful dish that’s perfect for barbecues, parties, or cozy dinners at home. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a spiced yogurt mixture, infused with tangy lemon juice and aromatic spices like Kashmiri red chili powder, creating an irresistible flavor profile. Served on a sizzling platter with colorful vegetables and paired with minty green chutney, this dish offers an exciting dining experience that impresses both the eyes and the palate. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, the Chicken Tikka Sizzler is sure to become a favorite in your household, leaving everyone eager for seconds!
Equipment
- Cast Iron Sizzler or Fajita Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 chicken breasts
First Marination
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp green chili paste
- 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp kashmiri red chili powder
Second Marination
- 3 tbsp mustard seed oil
- 1 tbsp kashmiri red chili powder
- ½ tsp green chili paste
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tbsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- 1 tsp black salt
- 1 tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tsp kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
- salt to taste
- Charcoal (optional, for smoking)
- Ghee (clarified butter)
Final Preparations
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- 2 tbsp oil
- onions (sliced)
- lettuce (sliced)
- freshly chopped coriander leaves (for garnish)
- butter (for sizzling)
Instructions
Preparation (Overnight)
- To make hung curd, place 1 cup yogurt in a cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Tie it into a bundle and let it drain overnight in the refrigerator.
First Marination
- Cut 2 chicken breasts into cubes and transfer them to a bowl.
- Add salt to taste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp green chili paste, 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, and 1 tsp kashmiri red chili powder. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
Second Marination
- In a pan, heat 3 tbsp mustard seed oil over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 tbsp kashmiri red chili powder and sauté briefly. Transfer this mixture to a marination tray and add ½ tsp green chili paste, 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tbsp coriander powder, 1 tsp chaat masala, 1 tsp black salt, 1 tsp garam masala, ½ tsp cardamom powder, 1 tsp kasoori methi, salt to taste and the prepared hung yogurt. Mix everything until well combined.
- If desired, smoke the mixture with Charcoal and Ghee for about one minute for added flavor.
Combine Chicken Marination and Cook
- Add the marinated chicken cubes to the second marinade. Sprinkle in 1 tbsp corn flour, mix thoroughly, and let it sit for another 15 minutes.
- In a pan, heat about 2 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken cubes one by one. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip the chicken and cover the pan for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve on a Sizzler Plate
- When ready to serve, heat a sizzler plate until very hot. Layer sliced onions and lettuce on the plate, then place the cooked chicken on top. For that sizzling effect, add a few spoons of butter just before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve alongside minty green chutney.
- Enjoy your deliciously hot and flavorful Chicken Tikka Sizzler!