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Creamy Homemade Lemon Chicken Recipe served on a plate


If you are looking for a juicy, creamy and flavorful chicken recipe, this Homemade Lemon Chicken is the perfect choice. Made with fresh lemon juice, curd, ginger, garlic and aromatic spices, this dish is packed with delicious flavors and is incredibly easy to prepare. It pairs perfectly with steamed rice, naan, roti or jeera rice, making it an ideal family dinner recipe.


Ingredients

For the First Marination

  • 650–700 g chicken
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Juice of 2 fresh lemons

For the Green Marinade

  • 1 inch ginger
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 4 green chillies
  • 2 tablespoons curd
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 clove
  • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Little water

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 clove
  • Pinch turmeric
  • Roasted cumin
  • Black pepper
  • Salt if required
  • 2 teaspoons arrowroot mixed with water
  • Fresh coriander

Kitchen Tools Used in This Recipe

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Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

Wash the chicken thoroughly and make small slits in the pieces. Mix with salt and lemon juice. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Marinade

Blend ginger, garlic, green chillies, curd, oil, lemon juice, roasted cumin, black pepper, bay leaf, clove and salt into a smooth paste.

Step 3: Second Marination

Drain any excess liquid from the chicken and coat it with the prepared paste. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes.

Step 4: Cook the Chicken

Heat oil in a pan and add the bay leaf and clove. Add the marinated chicken and cook on high heat for about 5 minutes.

Reduce the flame to medium, add turmeric and cook covered until the chicken becomes tender.

Add extra lemon juice, roasted cumin and black pepper. If required, add a little water.

Mix arrowroot with water and pour into the pan to thicken the gravy. Simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.

Tips

  • Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
  • Marinating for at least 30 minutes makes the chicken juicy.
  • Do not overcook after adding arrowroot.
  • Serve with naan, rice or butter roti.

What to Serve With

  • Jeera Rice
  • Butter Naan
  • Tandoori Roti
  • Steamed Rice
  • Garlic Naan

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Lemon Chicken without curd?

Yes, but curd makes the chicken soft and creamy.

Can I use boneless chicken?

Absolutely. Boneless chicken cooks even faster.

How long can I store Lemon Chicken?

Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Conclusion

This Homemade Lemon Chicken Recipe is creamy, tangy and full of fresh flavors. Whether you are preparing lunch or dinner, this easy chicken recipe is guaranteed to impress your family. Try it once and let us know how it turned out!

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