Recipes

Chicken Chaat with Yogurt and Chutney

Serves 4

| Prep Time: 45 min

| Cook Time: 15 min

| Total Time: 1 hour

You may need: Chaat Masala

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In India, "chaat" is a type of savory snack or street food that has become increasingly popular around the world in recent years. Chaat dishes take many forms, but usually involve a combination of crispy fried snacks, savory meats, tangy chutneys, vegetables, and/or chaat spices. Chaat spices are an important component of these dishes, as they add a unique and complex flavor that is essential to their appeal. Our chefs have developed a Chaat spice blend to recreate the bold flavors that pair wonderfully with a variety of common chaat ingredients. Depending on the region of India where the chaat is from, the spices and ingredients may vary.

For example, in the northern India, chaat is often made with boiled potatoes, chickpeas, and yogurt, and spices. In the southern region, chaat may be made with crispy rice flour dumplings, coconut chutney, and a mix of spices such as mustard seeds and curry leaves. Regardless of the specific ingredients used, dusting with a chaat masala (spice blend) is key to elevating a snack into a masterpiece with an irresistible combination of sweet, salty, sour, and umami tastes. Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients to create your own unique chaat recipe. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, Chicken chaat with yogurt is an easy and delicious dish.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-3 in chunks
2 tsp turmeric (optional)
1.5 Tbsp Piquant Post Chaat Masala
2 tsp Piquant Post Garam Masala (optional)
¼ cup whole milk yogurt
1 lemon, juiced
¼ tsp salt
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 red onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, diced
½ tsp ginger, diced
Yogurt sauce:
1 cup whole milk yogurt
¼ cup mint leaves, chopped
¼ tsp salt
2 tsp lemon juice
Sweet chutney:
1 cup apple butter (or fig or any fruit jam)
2 tsp Piquant Post Garam Masala
½ tsp salt
1 Tbsp lime juice
¼ cup water
Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro leaves, lemon wedges, peanuts

Notes

If you prefer the yogurt sauce thinner, add a little water to it.

Short on time? Marinate the chicken overnight!

Optional ingredients add a little character and flavor but don’t sweat it if you don’t have them.

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces, turmeric, Chaat Masala, Garam Masala, yogurt, lemon juice and salt. Marinate for 30 mins.

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients of the yogurt sauce. Place in the fridge until serving. In another small bowl, combine all ingredients of the sweet chutney and stir together for 1 minute until mixed well.

In a large skillet, heat oil over Med-High heat. Add chicken pieces, arranging in one layer. Cook for 6-8 mins, flipping and stirring every 2-3 mins. Add sliced onions, stir fry for 3-4 mins. Add garlic and ginger, stir fry for 1-2 mins.

Serve on a platter, top with yogurt sauce, chutney and garnish with fresh cilantro, lemon wedges and peanuts.

Alternatives & Substitutions

Chaat masala is a tremendously versatile blend. Try it on just about any dish where you want to add a savory-sweet-sour flavor. Some alternate ideas for inspiration: try sprinkling it on a grilled cheese sandwich, fried zucchini strips, popcorn, or baked sweet potato fries. It also pairs really well with our garam masala, which adds a bit of curry flavor and heat.
If you prefer bone in chicken, substitute with chicken wings and drumettes.
If you don’t have apple butter, simply substitute with any fruit jam (apricot or pear) would be best, or apple sauce.
Try using Chaat Masala in a traditional street food, chaat, like this Aloo Chana Chaat or Bhel Puri.
For vegan/vegetarian, try our Sweet Corn Chaat, Cauliflower Chaat, Aloo Tikki, or Fruit Chaat.
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