How to make Chicken Tikkis

Considered as one of the most famous starters in India, Chicken Tikkis are just perfect for any celebratory occasion. Chicken cooked with spicy masala and then shaped into Tikkis; sound only so yummy!!

Ingredients

• Minced Chicken – 400 gms
• Onion, finely chopped - 1
• Coriander leaves, finely chopped – 4 sprigs
• Ginger garlic paste – 1tsp
• Rice flour – 2 tbsp
• Salt – As per taste 
• Egg (for coating) – 1-2
• Breadcrumbs – 1 cup
• Cooking oil - 2 tbsp
• Dry spices
• Garam masala powder – 1 tbsp
• Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder – 1 tsp
• Coriander powder – 1 tsp
• Cumin powder – ½ tsp

Method

Step 1: Rinse boneless chicken pieces under cold running water, then pat them dry with paper towels.

 

Step 2: Using a kitchen knife, remove the skin, tendons and fat from the pieces.

 

Step 3: Chop the chicken into small uniform pieces.

 

Step 4: Put a few handfuls of the chicken chunks into a food processor and pulse the chicken into a coarse mixture. You can use Morphy Richards Icon Superb Food Processor for a hassle-free mincing experience.

 

Step 5: Repeat the same process with the remaining chicken. It is advisable to work in small batches to ensure an even mince.

 

To make Chicken Tikki:

 

Step 6: Take a bowl, whisk eggs and keep aside.

 

Step 7: Take a big bowl and add minced chicken and add all the spices (mentioned under ingredients) and mix properly.

 

Step 8: Add ginger garlic paste, chopped onions, chopped coriander leaves, rice flour, breadcrumbs and salt to taste. Mix well.

 

Step 9: Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape it into round balls.

 

Step 10: Dip each ball into the egg mixture and dust them in the breadcrumbs, pressing a little while dusting to give it a tikki or patty shape.

 

Step 11: Take a non-stick pan and add butter. Fry tikkis on a medium flame till it becomes crisp on both the sides for 4-5 minutes.

 

Step 12: Remove it on a plate and serve hot with either Dhaniya Pudina Chutney or Tomato Chutney.

Notes/Tips:

If you find the mixture is too sticky to make tikkis, add in more breadcrumbs to maintain consistency.

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