Best 4 Indian Inspired Chicken With Raita Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with an exotic culinary journey to India with our Indian-inspired chicken with raita recipe. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of aromatic spices, succulent chicken, and a refreshing yogurt-based sauce. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder, then grilled to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat. Accompanying the chicken is a cooling and tangy raita made with yogurt, cucumber, mint, and cilantro. This refreshing sauce provides a perfect balance to the richness of the chicken.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to cater to diverse preferences. If you prefer a vegetarian option, we have a delightful paneer tikka with raita recipe that swaps chicken for grilled paneer cheese. Craving a spicy kick? Our chicken tikka masala with raita recipe delivers a tantalizing blend of flavors with a rich and creamy tomato-based sauce. For those who love their chicken succulent and fall-off-the-bone tender, our chicken korma with raita recipe promises a luxurious and velvety dish.

No Indian-inspired meal is complete without a selection of accompaniments. We provide recipes for classic Indian sides like basmati rice, naan bread, and samosas, allowing you to create a complete and authentic Indian feast. These accompaniments perfectly complement the main dishes, offering a variety of textures and flavors to enhance the overall dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RAITA RECIPE



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Raita Recipe- an Indian yogurt sauce with cucumber, mint and cilantro. Cooling and refreshing, serve this with spicy Indian dishes to cool the palate.

Provided by Sylvia Fountaine

Categories     sauce

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup whole milk plain yogurt ( or sub coconut yogurt)
½ cup finely diced or grated cucumber (removed seeds first)
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion (optional, sub chives or green onion)
2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice, more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted, crushed ( or use ground)
½ teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted, crushed ( or use ground)
2-3 tablespoons chopped mint
2-3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
¼ teaspoon salt, more to taste
¼ teaspoon pepper
for heat, add 1-2 teaspoons finely minced serrano peppers- optional
garnish with fresh herbs, chive blossoms or chili flakes

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Sugar 3.8 g, Sodium 85.9 mg, Fat 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, Cholesterol 3 mg

RAITA RECIPE WITH 12 VARIATIONS



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Raita is a quick side dish made with curd, veggies, spices & herbs. It is usually eaten as a side with pulao, biryani, kebabs or snacks.

Provided by Swasthi

Categories     Side

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup curd ((fresh plain yogurt, more if required))
1 medium onion (chopped (2 to 4 tbsps))
½ cup cucumbers ((peeled & chopped))
¼ teaspoon salt ((adjust to taste))
1 to 2 green chilies (deseeded & chopped)
1 to 2 tablespoons coriander leaves ((chopped finely cilantro))
½ teaspoon cumin powder (or roasted jeera (optional))

Steps:

  • Chill the yogurt. Rinse & chop the onions & green chilies. Rinse & peel the cucumbers. If needed deseed them & chop to bite sizes.
  • Rinse coriander leaves in ample amount of water. Drain completely and chop them fine.
  • Optional - Roast 1 tsp cumin seeds on a low flame until it smells good. Cool this and crush them to fine powder in a spice jar.
  • Add curd and salt to a mixing bowl. Whisk them until smooth with a fork or a whisk.
  • Next add chopped cucumbers, onions, cumin powder, coriander leaves and green chilies.
  • Stir gently. If required add more yogurt. Taste test and add more salt if required.
  • Garnish with cumin powder on top. Serve raita with biryani, pulao, kebabs or paratha.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

INDIAN-INSPIRED CHICKEN WITH RAITA



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I have not tried this dish yet; however, the yogurt-spice combination sounds really delicious along with the raita. Prep time does not include marinating time.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup plain yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
chicken, cut into 8 pieces (about 4 pounds chicken parts)
2 medium cucumbers (peeled, seeded and thinly sliced)
1/3 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix 1 cup yogurt, 2 cloves garlic, salt through red pepper in a large re-sealable food storage bag to blend. Add chicken; marinate in refrigerator 4 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat broiler. Cover baking sheet with foil. Place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Broil 6 inches from heat about 30 minutes or until cooked through, turning once.
  • Meanwhile, make Raita. Mix cucumbers, 1/3 cup yogurt, cilantro, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Serve alongside chicken.

TRADITIONAL INDIAN RAITA



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Can't take the heat? Then eat some raita. In India, the condiment is used to cool the palate.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Condiment/Spread     No-Cook     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Low Cal     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup chopped seeded English hothouse cucumber
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt. Chill raita, covered, until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken more flavorful, marinate it in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • If you don't have a tandoori oven, you can cook the chicken in a regular oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • The raita is a great way to add a cooling, creamy element to the dish. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the chicken with basmati rice, naan bread, or your favorite Indian side dishes.

Conclusion:

Indian-inspired chicken with raita is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the raita is a refreshing accompaniment. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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