Chicken Do Pyaza Recipe
Chicken Do Pyaza is what happens when chicken meets an army of onions and decides to make your taste buds explode. It’s rich, spicy, and so ridiculously flavorful, you’ll question why you ever ordered takeout. The name means “double onions,” so expect caramelized goodness with a punch of bold spices. This dish balances smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors like a pro. Serve it with naan, rice, or just eat it straight from the pot—no judgment. Ready to level up your chicken game? Grab your spices, shed a few onion-induced tears, and let’s cook!
Chicken Do Pyaza Recipe
A bold, flavorful dish where juicy chicken meets caramelized and crispy onions in a rich, spiced gravy.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- 500 g chicken bone-in or boneless, your call
- ½ cup yogurt
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 3 onions 2 sliced, 1 finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes pureed
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon kasuri methi dried fenugreek leaves, optional but worth it
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Mix chicken with all marinade ingredients and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and sauté cumin seeds until they crackle.
- Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
- Pour in tomato puree and add salt, turmeric, red chili, and coriander powder. Cook until oil separates.
- Add marinated chicken and cook on high heat for 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat, add water, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- Fry the sliced onions separately until crispy and mix them into the gravy.
- Sprinkle garam masala, kasuri methi, and lemon juice before turning off the heat.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~400
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Iron: 12%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Potassium: 14%
Pro Tips for the Best Chicken Do Pyaza
- Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor.
- Double-fry the onions for that signature taste.
- Marinate longer if you have the time.
- Kasuri methi adds magic—don’t skip it!
- For extra heat, throw in some green chilies.
