Tandoori Chicken And Jeera Rice Bowl Recipe

About this recipe

Dive into the bold and aromatic flavors of this Tandoori Chicken and Jeera Rice Bowl, a perfect combination of smoky, spicy chicken paired with delicate cumin-infused rice. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also packs a powerful nutritional punch with 49 grams of protein, essential for muscle recovery and sustained energy. The addition of steamed mixed vegetables ensures you get a good dose of fiber and vitamins for a balanced meal. With its vibrant colors and robust flavors, this Indian-inspired bowl is a treat for both the eyes and the palate. Whether you're prepping for a gym session or simply enjoying a hearty meal, this dish is batch-friendly, easy to make, and a surefire crowd-pleaser that fits comfortably into your weekly meal plan.

Ingredients

• 300 g Nutrich Chicken Thigh Boneless
• - Milky Mist Skyr Plain Yogurt
• 250 ml Keya Lemon Juice
• 100 g Catch Garlic Paste
• 100 g Catch Ginger Paste
• - Suhana Dal Makhani Spice Mix 50g Pouch
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 52 g Paprika Powder
• 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
• 1 kg Rice
• 100 g Popular Essentials Jeera (Cumin Seeds)
• - Frozen Mixed Vegetables
• 850 g Sundrop Heart+ Blended Cooking Oil
• 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )

Instructions

1. 1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
2. 2. Prepare the marinade by combining yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, ginger paste, Suhana Dal Makhani Spice Mix, turmeric powder, paprika, and salt.
3. 3. Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
4. 4. Heat a pan on medium flame, add cooking oil, and sear the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
5. 5. Rinse the rice under cold water and soak it for 10 minutes to remove excess starch.
6. 6. In a pot, heat oil and toast the cumin seeds until aromatic. Add the soaked rice and mix well.
7. 7. Add 320 ml of water to the rice, season with salt, and cook covered on low heat until tender and fluffy.
8. 8. Steam the frozen mixed vegetables in a separate pan until soft but still vibrant in color.
9. 9. Assemble the bowl by placing jeera rice as the base, topping it with the smoky tandoori chicken and steamed vegetables.
10. 10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.