How Do You Make It?
Easily is the short answer. All you need to do is marinate the chicken for optimal flavour - I do overnight because prepping the chicken in advance makes the next day easier for me. You can also marinate it for an hour and then bake it. Then when you are ready to bake slice an onion, puree some tomatoes (or use a store bought passata) and throw in some chopped vegetables. Bake covered half the time then uncover for maximum tenderness and flavor!
What Makes this Achari Chicken Bake Healthy?
What Vegetables Can I Use?
I said earlier not potatoes, but let’s be honest and admit that potatoes are just love. If you want to throw in small pieces I won’t judge. Here are some other ideas
Green Beans (lightly season these before adding)CarrotCauliflower FloretsPeas (add these in after uncovering the chicken)Eggplant cubed
Can I Make My Own Achari Masala?
Absolutely. Here’s how - this makes enough for this Achari Chicken Bake
1 tbsp saunf/ anise coarsely grind, a few seconds in the spice grinder or some good grinds in a mortar and pestle1 tbsp coriander seeds coarsely grind, a few seconds in the spice grinder or some good grinds in a mortar and pestle (can do this with the saunf)¾ tsp chili flakes¾ tsp chilli powder1 ¼ tsp salt½ tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)½ tsp mustard seeds (rai)½ tsp cumin seeds¼ tsp fenugreek seeds (methi dana)thi
Looking for More Healthier Desi Dishes?
Here are some of our favorites
Instant Pot Tandoori Chicken (feel free to switch the potatoes out for other vegetables!)Spicy Whole Roasted CauliflowerStovetop Lemon Chicken RoastThis Easy Karahi Chicken
