Crispy Grilled Pita / Khubz Chips

          These are nice crispy Pita / Khubz (Arabic Bread) Chips that are grilled to perfection. You can just have them plain or by sprinkling any seasoning of your choice. Both ways they are just perfect as an appetizer or as a tea time snack. 

          You can enjoy them with your favourite dips, hummus , chutney or salsa. They can also replace the papad and can be relished as an accompaniment with your sambar / rasam rice or dal-chawal, a la Indian style.

          I never had any idea that any leftover pita bread can be transformed into such yummy and crispy chips, unless I personally tried them. 

          So it is a perfect comfort snack that goes best with any dip, hummus, chutney or salsa. Any leftover chips can be added to your salad or soup for an interesting fusion food. 

        

           Grilling these pita bread is much simpler and easier than baking them. End result is here for you to see. 

          So if you are looking for some homemade crunchy chips, other than the store bought ones, then these pita bread chips are just perfect. 

          They are also so easy to prepare and completely hassle-free. Enjoy !!

• 3 leftover pita bread / khubz (Arabic Bread)
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• hummus / dip / chutney / salsa to serve

           Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles. 

 

          Place them on a greased baking tray.

          Brush each triangle pieces with olive oil. 

          Grill for 4-5 minutes or till they turn crisp. 

          Serve as an appetizer or snack with hummus / any dip / chutney / salsa.

Achari Chicken Tikka Masala

 
          Chicken Tikka Masala is a very popular dish in most of the Indian restaurants and dhabas. They are served with naan, tandoori roti, kulcha, pulao, jeera rice or plain biryani for a nice satisfying meal. This is basically homemade grilled boneless chicken tikkas cooked in a yummy restaurant style gravy. 

          However, I gave a slight twist to the recipe by adding some homemade grated mango pickle masala for some achari flavour. I made use of some yoghurt instead of cream, to give a healthy touch to some extent. Any leftover Tikkas can be easily turned into this yummy side dish.

Achari Chicken Tikka - 

• 200 gms. boneless chicken cubes
• salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1 tsp. red chili powder
• 1 tbsp. oil
• 1 tsp. vinegar 
• 1 tbsp. yoghurt
• 1 tbsp. besan (gram flour)
• 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste
• 1-2 tbsp. bottled pickle masala
• few wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Tikka Masala Gravy - 

• chicken tikka 
• 2 tbsp. oil
• 1 tbsp. butter
• 1 tsp. cumin seeds
• 1" cinnamon stick
• 2 green cardamoms
• 4 cloves
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp. homemade mango pickle masala
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp. red chili powder
• 1 tbsp. coriander-cumin powder
• 1 tsp. garam masala powder
• 1/2 cup yogurt, beaten
• 1 tsp. coriander leaves, chopped

          
Achari Chicken Tikka - 

          
          Marinate the chicken cubes with the above mentioned ingredients, preferably overnight. Grease the skewers and thread the chicken cubes in them.

          Place them on a greased rack and grill for 15 minutes. Then flip it over and grill the other side for another 15 minutes. Keep aside.



Tikka Masala Gravy - 

           Heat oil and butter in a pan and temper with cinnamon, cardamoms, cloves and cumin seeds. Sauté for a few seconds and then add the onion. Fry till light brown.

          Add the ginger-garlic paste, tomato paste, mango pickle and all the dry spices mixed with some water. Fry till the oil separates. 

         Now add the beaten yoghurt and cook till almost dry. Add the chicken tikka and give it a stir. Cover and cook on a low flame for 2-3 minutes.

          When done, switch of the flame. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve this yummy restaurant style Achari Chicken Tikka Masala with naan, tandoori roti, kulcha, pulao, jeera rice or plain biryani. 

Grilled Achari Chicken

          This is a healthy variation to any fried chicken and can be served as an appetizer, accompanied with some chutney or just a dash of lime. In this recipe, I marinated the chicken with some homemade grated mango pickle along with other basic spices. 

           Pair them with some salad or a bowl of soup for a light meal. It is a very easy recipe. So go ahead and dish out this amazing grilled chicken in your kitchen. So check the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare this gourmet delight.

• 2 chicken leg pieces
• salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp. red chili powder
• 2 tbsp. yoghurt
• 1-2 tbsp. bottled pickle masala 
• 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. mustard oil
• 1 tbsp. gram flour (besan)

           In a bowl, mix all the above mentioned ingredients together and marinate for 3-4 hours or preferably overnight.

          Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and arrange the marinated chicken on it. Grill for 30-35 minutes. Baste with the remaining marinade midway.

          Let it remain in the oven for 10 minutes. If you wish, you can grill on an open flame for a few seconds to get a charred look. 

          Serve, garnished with a dash of lime as an appetizer or as a light meal with soup or salad. 

                      Mix all ingredients & marinate for 3-4 hours or preferably overnight.

                  Line a baking tray with aluminum foil & arrange marinated chicken on it. 

                        Grill for 30-35 minutes. Baste with remaining marinade midway.
                        Let it remain in the oven for 10 minutes. 

                    Serve, garnished with a dash of lime as an appetizer or as a light meal. 

Grilled Chicken Steak

          Grilled Chicken is an all time favourite with one and all and is perfect as an appetizer with any chutney or as a light and healthy meal, accompanied with some salad. So this is a simple and an easy grilled chicken recipe, marinated in some leftover green chutney, a bit of kasundi and few other ingredients. It is a complete wholesome meal which you can enjoy with family and friends.

           This homemade, tempting and delicious grilled chicken is not only easy to make but it is completely hassle free. This is a healthy variation to any fried chicken and is a one dish meal in itself for any weight watchers too. They are a perfect treat for any in-house party too and is a great accompaniment with cocktails and mocktails.

• 2 chicken breast
• 1/2 cup green chutney
• 1 tsp. lime juice
• 1 tbsp. kasundi (bottled mustard sauce)
• 1 tsp. ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp. roasted cumin powder
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp. oil

           Marinate the chicken breast with all the above mentioned ingredients for a minimum of 2-3 hours or preferably overnight. 

          Line a baking tray with aluminium foil and arrange the marinated chicken over it. Grill for 30-35 minutes or till done on both sides. 

          Halfway through turn the steak and baste with the leftover marinade. Serve these grilled delicacies with some salad as accompaniment for a healthy and wholesome meal.

Grilled Achari Garlic Chicken

          These quick-fix yummy Chicken Drumsticks needs no intro. Liked by one and all, they can be dished out in no time for your loved ones. They can be served as a light meal along with some fresh salads / soup or as an appetizer with green chutney. They are no doubt a gourmet's delight. 

          These homemade grilled chicken are far better than any fried chicken. In this recipe I added some bottled mango pickle and gave a garlic flavour. I also made it a little mild and have not used any colour. You many make it spicy as per your choice. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it. 

• 6 Chicken Drumsticks
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp. mustard oil
• 8-10 garlic cloves, ground / grated
• 1 tsp. Kashmiri red chili powder 
• 1-2 tbsp. pickle (I used mango pickle)
• oil / leftover marinade for basting

           Clean the chicken drumsticks and make cuts on them. Make a paste of garlic, red chili powder, pickle, oil and salt with little water.

          Smear this paste all over the chicken drumsticks and marinate for 5-6 hours or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

          Line a baking tray with foil and arrange the marinated chicken legs over it. Grill for 30-35 minutes by basting with oil / leftover marinade and flipping them halfway through.

           Garnish with coriander leaves and serve them hot with green chutney.

                     Marinate with all the spices for 5-6 hours / overnight in the refrigerator.

                        Line a baking tray with foil & arrange marinated chicken legs on it. 

                      Grill for 30-35 min. by basting with oil / leftover marinade & flipping
                      them halfway through.

                        Garnish with coriander leaves & serve them hot with green chutney.

Grilled Chicken Steak

            Grilled Chicken is an all time favorite with one and all and is perfect as an appetizer with green chutney or as a light and healthy meal, accompanied with some salad. So this is a simple and an easy grilled chicken recipe which is a complete wholesome meal. So go ahead and give it a try and I bet your family and friends will simply love this gourmet delight. Do check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it.

        

          These homemade, tempting and delicious grilled chicken is not only easy to make but it is completely hassle free. This is a healthy variation to any fried chicken and is a one dish meal in itself for any weight watchers too. They are a perfect treat for any in-house party too and is a great accompaniment with cocktails and mock tails.

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced into half
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp. red chili powder
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. mustard oil 
• 2 tbsp. yoghurt
• 1/2 tsp. garam masala powder
• 1/2 tsp. roasted cumin powder

          Marinate the chicken fillet with all the above mentioned ingredients for a minimum of 2-3 hours or preferably overnight. 

          Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and arrange the marinated chicken over it. Grill for 30-35 minutes or till done on both sides. 

          Halfway through turn the steak and baste with the leftover marinade. Serve these grilled delicacies with some salad as accompaniment for a healthy and wholesome meal.

                      Marinate chicken fillet with all mentioned ingredients for 2-3 hours or
                      preferably overnight. 

                      Line a baking tray with aluminum foil & arrange marinated chicken 
                      over it. 

                      Grill for 30-35 min. or till done on both sides. Halfway through turn 
                      the steak & baste with the leftover marinade. 

                               Serve with some salad as accompaniment for a healthy meal.

Garlic Bread

          Yummy and very easy to make, these garlic bread is a must try. So now prepare these pizza hut special garlic bread at home with few basic ingredients available in your kitchen and surprise your loved ones. They are ideal as tea-time snacks or appetizers with hummus. Choice is yours. So check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare it. 

• 1 French Bread, cut into thick slices
• 80 gms. butter (room temperature)
• 2 tbsp. olive oil 
• 2-3 garlic cloves, grated
• 1/4 tsp. dried herbs
• 1-2 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped 
• 1/4 tsp. red chili flakes
• pinch of pepper powder

         Mix together all the ingredients (except bread) into a smooth paste. Spread the butter mix onto the sliced bread.

          Grill for 5-10 minutes or till it is evenly browned. Enjoy as a tea-time snack or as appetizers with tomato ketchup.
          

                      Mix together all the ingredients (except bread) into a smooth paste. 

Spread the butter mix onto the sliced bread.

                 Grill for 5-10 minutes till it is evenly browned.

     

                            Enjoy as a tea-time snack or as appetizers with tomato ketchup.