By Rajlakshmi
May 5, 2026
Chicken ghee roast is a blend of fiery spices, tender chicken, and aromatic ghee, making it an irresistible treat. You can quickly whip up this delectable dish in your kitchen's comfort using a frying pan.
500gm chicken 3-4 tbsps ghee 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 sprig of curry leaves 1 large onion, finely chopped 6-7, garlic, finely chopped 1-inch ginger, finely chopped 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp red chilli powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp garam masala powder Salt, to taste 1 tsp lemon juice
Cut chicken into small, bite-sized chunks. Heat the ghee in a frying pan. Add the cumin seeds and curry leaves once the ghee melts.
Once the cumin seeds crackle, add the chopped onions and saute them until golden brown.
Add the diced garlic and ginger and fry for a few minutes until they are aromatic. Sauté the diced tomatoes until they're mashed properly.
Add salt, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, and turmeric powder to the pan. Simmer for a short period.
Cover and cook the chicken for 10 to 15 minutes at medium heat. Add lemon juice to the pan and stir thoroughly.
Lastly, stir in ghee in the pan. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.