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    Home » Chicken Recipes » 25+ Top Rated Pakistani Chicken Recipes!

    4.88 from 8 votes

    25+ Top Rated Pakistani Chicken Recipes!

    April 5, 2019 by Sarah Mir · Updated January 12, 2023

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    There are Pakistani Chicken dishes that make me swoon a little, a great masalaicious tikka, a karahi that has all the flavours, the homemade chicken biryani that you can eat for days. You feel me right?

    We love chicken for how quick and convenient it is and with our transformative spices and techniques there is so much that you can do with it. From the Basic (in the best way possible) curry to a fun riff like the Chicken Tikka Tart here are 20 + Pakistani Chicken Recipes that will help you have an extra delicious week!

    A BIG thank you to all of you who leave your reviews on this blog, your comments and ratings make my day!

    Pakistani Chicken Recipes

    Pakistani Chicken Ginger Recipe

    This Pakistani Chicken Ginger Recipe plays homage to the punchy flavors of a famous restaurant style dish. The best part? It is quick and impressive, making it perfect for weeknights AND entertaining!
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    Pakistani Chicken Ginger

    Just made this tonight... Absolutely scrumptious!!!

    - Sana

    Murghi/ Chicken ka Salan

    A dish that best illustrates the magic of simple Pakistani home cooking. This salan/curry will soothe your soul on the roughest of days. Time saving hack is just a bonus 🙂
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    a bowl of murghi ka salan

    Best recipe! Very easy to follow and tastes just like home.

    - Namra K.

    Chicken Keema with Matar & Methi

    Chicken Keema gets a little attitude with the addition of sweet peas and aromatic feungreek! Loved by kids and adults both!
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    Top down view of a bowl of chicken keema garnished with cilantro and pieces of lemon.

    I made this last night and it was delicious! Can't wait to enjoy the leftovers

    - Missy

    Chicken Karahi

    Shayma of Spice Spoon shares this classic Pakistani dish and pays homage to Lahore's bustling food scene
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    THE BEST Chicken Pulao

    The one pot wonder that you can't make only once. This Chicken Pulao is one of our all time favourites and bursting with flavour!
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    Hyderabadi Chicken Pulao

    Thank you so much for this recipe. I grew up eating pulao when I would visit my pakistani family in Birmingham, UK as a child. I never imagined I would be cooking it as an adult but the recipe is really easy and tasty! 

    - Haroon

    Recipe Of The Week: Kolachi Ki Reshmi Handi

    The perfect recipe to recreate Kolachi Ki Reshmi Handi. Its a MUST try!
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    Recipe Of The Week: Kolachi Ki Reshmi Handi

    Chicken Paratha Rolls

    The street food that's close to every Pakistanis heart simplified! Make these Chicken Paratha Rolls anytime (or all the time!)
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    Chicken paratha rolls

    Just made this. Will never try any other recipe again. so easy yet soo good!

    - Hina R.

    Coconut Chicken Curry with Potatoes (made without paste!)

    This coconut chicken curry with potatoes is made from scratch, and uses clean, wholesome ingredients and good-for-you spices that you likely have on hand!
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    Coconut Chicken Curry with Potatoes (made without paste!)

    White Biryani

    An aromatic main dish fit for company!
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    Delicious! Try this because it’s not what you expect and Sarah explains everything so well, I feel like I could eat the whole pot.

    - Sabe

    Chicken Pakora (Chicken Fritters) | Becky Keeps House

    Crunchy, spicy, flavorful and super easy to make. Better make two batches, this Chicken Pakora recipe is a crowd pleaser and a hit with kids!
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    Chicken Pakora (Chicken Fritters) | Becky Keeps House

    Achar Chicken

    Those Achari Masalas hit the spot like no other - hop over here to check out a recipe that will have you licking your fingers!
    (don't worry, I won't tell!)
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    A plate of Achar Chicken with some onions and roti

    Singaporean Rice with Chicken

    A quirky mix of Rice and Noodles, this Chicken recipe is a crowd pleasing favorite! Confession: I sometimes make it with just rice or just noodles and it works!
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    a dish of singaporean rice with two glasses of water in the background

    Followed the recipe exactly as is using Siracha and it was a hit!!! Im so glad i finally have a recipe to follow ...will def be making it again! Thank youuu

    - Ayesha

    Chicken Jalfrezi

    An easy chicken dish that is SO SO flavorful thanks to the addition of aromatic green peppers!
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    Chicken Jalfrezi and a Pea Pilaf on a platem glass of water in the background

    Today, inshAllah I'll be making this recipe for the third time this month!... Thank you for making such delicious and easy to follow recipes!

    Khadija

    Mughal Darbar Chicken Handi

    A rich guest worthy Mughal Darbar Chicken Handi recipe from the vivacious Afsheen!
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    Mughal Darbar Chicken Handi

    Chicken Kalya

    A comforting take on a murghi ka salan!
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    Amazing...to all the readers you've got to try this once twice thrice

    Parvez I.

    Chicken Masala Instant Pot

    A quick weeknight Chicken Masala that's made easier (and faster) in the Instant Pot!
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    Chicken Masala Instant Pot

    Murgh Cholay

    A lahori classic this dish is one this Karachiite has fallen in love with and makes again and again!
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    Murgh Cholay and Chawal

    Pakistani Chicken Kababs

    Easy and quick Chicken Kababs that are tender and kid friendly!
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    I tried your chicken kabab recipe! My family loved it ! 

    - Fatema S

    Chicken Yakhni Pulao: A great recipe for the soul

    Chicken Yakhni Pulao is a recipe that hits right at home! Try this delicious and easy recipe with some salad and raita for a treat!
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    Chicken Yakhni Pulao: A great recipe for the soul

    Chicken Bihari Boti

    Bihari Kabob is a classic South Asian specialty known to be a melt in your mouth delicacy. It’s meat that has been marinated in raw papaya, yogurt and meat tenderizer to completely break down and soften the meat with aromatic spices added then grilled to perfection. What makes this dish unique is th…
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    Chicken Bihari Boti

    Haray Masalay ki Murghi or Green Masala Chicken

    A made for busy days Chicken recipe that uses a blender to make life easier and tastier!
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    Haray_Masalay_Ki_Murghi

    I made it! quickest prep ever and so delicious.

    - Sanober B.

    Pakistani Kofta Curry - Authentic Recipe (Chicken, Lamb, Beef, Mutton)

    This delicious Pakistani chicken Kofta curry recipe uses authentic spices and is shown with step-by-step pictures to make the process easier
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    Pakistani Kofta Curry - Authentic Recipe (Chicken, Lamb, Beef, Mutton)

    Chicken Manchurian Recipe (Indo Chinese Recipe) - Mirchi Tales

    Chicken Manchurian is a popular Indo-Chinese recipe made with crispy piecess of boneless chicken that is added to a spicy Manchurian sauce.
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    Chicken Manchurian Recipe (Indo Chinese Recipe) - Mirchi Tales

    Chicken Tikka Tarts

    Fancy up your Chicken Tikka by making these pretty tarts for tea time or brunch!
    Chicken Tikka Tarts on a Baking Tray

    Chicken Dal Gosht

    The IP makes this nutritious recipe weeknight friendly. Enjoy with some steaming hot rice!
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    a ¾ view of a plate of dal gosht over rice
    a ¾ view of a plate of dal gosht over rice
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    4.88 from 8 votes

    Chicken Dal Gosht and 25+ Top Rated Pakistani Chicken Recipes!

    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
    Keyword: dal gosht, chicken dal,
    Author: Sarah Mir

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb boneless chicken cut into 2 inch chunks, or 1.5 lb bone in chicken
    • 1 onion diced (¾ cup)
    • 1 tsp garlic paste (heaped)
    • 1 tsp ginger paste (heaped)
    • 1-2 tomatoes (diced) 1 for a milder tomato flavour (my preference) or 2 for more robust masala
    • 1 + ½ tsp salt (½ to be added with the daal)
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • ½ tsp cayenne / chili powder
    • ½ tsp chili flakes
    • 1 tsp turmeric
    • 2 tbsp masoor ki daal
    • 1 cup chanay ki daal
    • 1 tbsp kasuri methi
    • 1 tsp garam masala (powder)
    • 2 tsp chaat masala (optional)
    • squeeze of lemon juice
    • 2-3 green chilies

    Baghaar/ Tadka

    • ½ onion sliced thinly
    • 3-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
    • 3-4 whole dried red chilies
    • ¾ tsp cumin seeds
    • 1 sprig curry leaves (optional)

    Instructions

    • Put the IP on Saute mode on medium, pour in about ¼ cup of oil, then saute onions till the edges turn golden
    • Add the ginger + garlic and saute for a minute
    • Now add the tomatoes and all the spices (but only 1 tsp of salt) along with a splash of water, mix well and saute until the oil rises above the masala (bhunn)
    • Then add the chicken pieces, mix well and saute for 3-4 minutes until the color changes and the chicken absorbs some of that great masala
    • Add in the daals, ½ tsp salt, a green chili or two if you want it spicy and 3 cups water and set it to manual for 10 minutes,
    • Let it be for ten minutes then quick release.
    • Add kasuri methi, garam masala, chaat masala if using, a squeeze of lemon juice and check for seasoning. Adjust to taste.
    • Heat oil in a small frying pan, about ¼ cup and once it's shimmering add all the baghaar ingredients and keep on medium flame till the onions are a beautiful golden brown
    • Pour over your daal gosht and enjoy with some hot fluffy rice!

    Notes

    I usually make my daal gosht separately - daal in the IP for a full 15 minutes then quick release and gosht stove top because all chanay ki daal are not created equal. If you know your daal to be tough in general please presoak!

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    1. Fatema says

      April 05, 2019 at 9:41 am

      I was sitting wondering what to make for dinner and then this post appeared in my inbox. Your posts always come at the perfect time, thank you!

      Reply
      • sarahjmir@gmail.com says

        April 05, 2019 at 3:20 pm

        Woohoo! SO happy to hear that!

        Reply
    2. Yasin says

      September 12, 2020 at 3:03 am

      Nice page

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      • sarahjmir@gmail.com says

        September 14, 2020 at 8:35 am

        thank you!

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    3. jenny says

      February 26, 2021 at 6:06 am

      Yummy. This must be super tasty and I am surely going to be making this soon.

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      • sarahjmir@gmail.com says

        February 27, 2021 at 3:34 pm

        Thanks Jenny!

        Reply
    4. capitalrecipe says

      October 22, 2022 at 1:09 am

      Very nice and Helpful

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      • Sarah Mir says

        November 03, 2022 at 4:37 pm

        thanks!

        Reply
      • Sarah Mir says

        November 03, 2022 at 6:09 pm

        thank you!

        Reply

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