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Methi Chicken (Fenugreek Chicken) Recipe

Emily Carter
Tender chicken cooked in a spiced, creamy sauce with fresh fenugreek leaves for a bold, aromatic, and slightly bitter kick.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 500 g chicken bone-in or boneless, your call
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Gravy:

  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed or finely chopped
  • 1 green chili optional, for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves washed and chopped
  • ¼ cup heavy cream for that rich finish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • Mix yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, chili powder, turmeric, and salt in a bowl.
  • Coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for 20 minutes (longer if possible).

Step 2: Cook the Base

  • Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them sizzle.
  • Toss in the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  • Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  • Add the marinated chicken and cook on high heat for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle coriander powder, garam masala, and black pepper.
  • Pour in water or broth, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.

Step 4: Add the Methi Magic

  • Stir in fresh fenugreek leaves and cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Finish with cream and give it one final stir.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

  • Garnish with extra methi leaves and serve with naan or rice.
  • Brace yourself for everyone asking for the recipe.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~450
  • Total Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Vitamin A: 15%
  • Calcium: 12%
  • Potassium: 14%
  • Vitamin B6: 10%

Pro Tips for the Perfect Methi Chicken

  • Use fresh fenugreek leaves for the best flavor.
  • Don’t overcook the methi—it gets bitter.
  • Adjust spice levels based on your tolerance for heat.
  • For extra creaminess, add cashew paste instead of cream.
  • Pair it with garlic naan, because carbs are happiness.
Methi Chicken proves that healthy can be delicious. Try it once, and you’ll find yourself stocking up on fenugreek forever!