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Restaurant Style Black Pepper Chicken – Kitchen With Amna

Black Pepper Chicken

Diff🟢Easy
Prep⏱️15 Mins
Cook⏲️20 Mins
Total35 Mins
Serv🍽️4
Cuisine🌍Desi / Rest.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Chicken½ kg
Cooking Oil½ cup
Onion (chopped)1
Dairy & Aromatics
Yogurt (whisked)1 cup
Fresh Cream2 tbsp
Ginger-Garlic Paste1 tsp
Spices & Garnishes
Salt½ tsp
Crushed Black Pepper1 tsp
Cumin Powder1 tsp
Ginger (chopped)½ inch
Green Coriander (chopped)1 tsp
Green Chilies2
Water½ cup
Pro Tip
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How To Cook
Step 1: Sauté Onion & Sear Chicken
Fry onions, brown the chicken with ginger-garlic paste, and simmer with water for 5 minutes. 8 Mins
Step 2: Add Yogurt & Spices
Incorporate yogurt, black pepper, and cumin powder, simmering until tender. 12 Mins
Step 3: Finish with Cream & Herbs
Stir in fresh cream, garnish with ginger and green chilies, and steam briefly before serving. 2 Mins
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Nutrition Facts
CALORIES
per serving (approx. 220g)
513 kcal
Fat
42g
Carbs
7g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
4g
Protein
27g
Calorie Distribution
Protein 21% Carbs 5% Fat 74%
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use crushed black pepper instead of black pepper powder?
Crushed black pepper prevents the gravy from turning dark or muddy, maintaining a clean restaurant-style presentation.
Can I use heavy cream instead of regular fresh cream?
Yes, heavy cream works wonderfully and gives an extra velvety texture to the chicken gravy.
Can I substitute yogurt with milk?
Yogurt provides a subtle tanginess and helps thicken the gravy base, which milk cannot replicate as effectively.
How can I adjust the spice level of this black pepper chicken?
You can increase the amount of crushed black pepper or add sliced green chilies according to your heat preference.
What is the best side dish to serve with Black Pepper Chicken?
It pairs exceptionally well with butter naan, Taftan, or simple boiled basmati rice.
Can I use bone-in chicken pieces instead of boneless?
Yes, traditional bone-in chicken curry cuts add great depth of flavor to the gravy.
Why do we add cream at the very end?
Adding cream at the end prevents it from splitting or curdling under prolonged high heat.
Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, you can cook the chicken and gravy beforehand and gently warm it up with cream right before serving.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Why choose Kaaf Foods™ products for preparing restaurant-style dishes?
Recreating bold, restaurant-quality gravies at home requires pure spices and top-tier ingredients. Kaaf Foods™ supplies premium culinary essentials.
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