CHICKEN CHOLAY

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Make and share this Chicken Cholay recipe from Food.com.

Provided by roja khan

Categories     Pakistani

Time 45m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

500 g chickpeas, boiled
1 inch piece cinnamon stick
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced
4 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 tablespoon ginger paste
14 teaspoons turmeric (haldi)
1 teaspoon coriander powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon red chili powder
12 teaspoons garam masala
12 cups fresh coriander, chopped
2 green chili peppers, finely chopped
250 g skinless chicken

Steps:

  • Place the chick peas, 1 teaspoon salt, cinnamon stick and bicarbonate of soda in a large heavy-based saucepan, add 2 cups water to cover the chickpeas by 2 inches and bring to a boil. still retain their shap.Once the chick peas have become tender keep them with its water, as that is also needed.
  • Heat oil in a heavy based saucepan. Add onions and stirring frequently, sauté until the onions are light brown, about 5 minutes. Add ginger and garlic, sauté until the mixture turns to a golden color, about 3-5 minutes. (Add 2-3 tablespoons of water, if the mixture sticks to the bottom of the pan.
  • Add chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala, remaining salt and a little water to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Stirring frequently, fry the mixture for few more minutes. Then add the tomatoes. Still stirring frequently, fry the onion mixture for about 8 minutes until the tomatoes are reduced to a pulp. Add a little water, if necessary, to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Keep frying until the oil begins to separate.
  • Add chicken and stirring frequently, fry to a golden color or all the moisture has evaporated, about 5-8 minutes.
  • . Add 1 cup water, cover the pan, reduce the heat and allow to cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
  • Add the boiled chick peas and 2 cups of water from the chick peas. Carefully mix it with the chicken and cook for 5 minutes until the chick peas have absorbed some of the flavor.
  • Sprinkle remaining gram masala, coriander leaves and green chilies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 53.1, Sodium 1935.3, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 28.7

Stephen Sonia
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This is the best chicken cholay recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so tender and the cholay were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Qasim sholani
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken cholay, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the cholay were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zowie Fizzard
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This chicken cholay is a must-try. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the cholay were perfectly cooked. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Every time
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect dish for a busy weeknight. The chicken and cholay were both cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I highly recommend it.


Xain Shams
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This is the best chicken cholay recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so tender and the cholay were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ji 9sl
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken cholay, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the cholay were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Md sanzid Hossen
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This chicken cholay is a must-try. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the cholay were perfectly cooked. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


OMER KAMRAN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect dish for a cold winter night. The chicken and cholay were so comforting and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Mena Zeidan
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken and cholay were both cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Dan Shalamba
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I made this chicken cholay for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and the cholay were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mhlengi Mathe
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


Hakeem Musa
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The chicken and cholay turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Emmanuel Olaye
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the cholay were perfectly cooked. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a delicious flavor.


Shery Mughal
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I'm not a big fan of cholay, but this recipe changed my mind. The cholay were so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


Durga Bhusal
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the cholay were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abash Gurung
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I made this chicken cholay for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was so tender and the cholay were creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Siqou Siqou
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This chicken cholay recipe is a winner! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the cholay were perfectly cooked. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.