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30-Minute Stovetop Achari Chicken is one of the easiest and most flavorful recipes on the blog, especially with my Homemade Achari Masala, which takes it from good to amazing. This tangy and pickled recipe is loved throughout Pakistan for its simple preparation, quick cooking time, and incredible taste.

WHAT IS ACHARI CHICKEN?

30-Minute Stovetop Achari Chicken is pickled tomato-based curry cooked in chicken quarters. Its amazing and authentic taste no wonder why I make this Pakistani recipe once a week at least.

This Pakistani dinner recipe has an unclear origin, but many believe it started in the Indian subcontinent, especially in North India, before making its way to Pakistan. Today, it’s very popular in both Pakistani restaurants and homes.

With my amazing and authentic Homemade Achari Masala you can also make anything Achari like Achari Bhindi, or Achari Gosht (Mutton). Achari/Achari means pickled in Urdu/Hindi language. Achari Chicken tastes tangy and is mild-spiced.

WHAT IS ACHARI MADE OF?

The flavor Achari/pickled comes from its fallowing spices:

Nigella Seeds - It's known as Kalongi in Urdu. Nigella seeds are tiny black seeds similar to sesame seeds. Achari Masala's somewhat identity are these tiny black seeds.
Coriander Seeds - It's known as Sabud Daniya. Coriander seeds are green seeds, and go very well with curry dishes like Achari Chicken.
Fennel Seeds - It's known as Sauf in Urdu. Fennel seeds are another essential ingredient for the Achari Masala.
Cumin Seeds - It's known as Zeera in Urdu. The most common spice in almost all South Asian savory foods. They exhibit a warm, unique taste.
Turmeric Powder - It's known as Haldi in Urdu. The most important ingredient in South Asian cooking and one that is extremely essential to this masala. Turmeric powder is an antioxidant which cools the body and improves immunity.
Red Chili Powder - It's known as Lal Mirchi in Urdu. It adds the element of spice into your cooking. This is a very important Ingredient.
Dried Mango Powder - It's known as Amchur Powder. It adds a tangy kick to your Achari Masala.

INGREDIENTS

Chicken- I used Chicken quarters but you can substitute boneless chicken.
Tomatoes- To me having four tomatoes will give this curry the perfect consistency and taste. I have cooked with two and three tomatoes as well but it doesn't taste like perfection.
Ginger Garlic Paste- I used homemade ginger garlic paste but you can use substitute store-bought.
Homemade Yogurt- Just 1 tbsp is plenty for this recipe.

HOW TO COOK ACHARI CHICKEN?

a bowl with achari masala in a bowl with a spoon.

Make Homemade Achari Masala.

onion and oil in a steel pot with a wooden spoon.

Sauté the onion in oil.

onion , oil, and ginger garlic paste in a steel pot with a hand holding a wooden spoon.

Add in ginger garlic paste.

Add Chicken.

Next add Homemade Achari Masala.

chicken with tomatoes in a pot with spatula.

Add tomatoes, tomato paste, and lemon juice.

Now add yogurt.

Add water let it cook.

Enjoy! Serve it with fresh chapati.

WHAT TO SERVE ACHARI CHICKEN WITH?

Achari Chicken can be served with Naan or a fresh warm Homemade Chapati. Some people also eat with Basmati rice.

HOW TO STORE IT?

Store Achari Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for 3-4 days. This recipe is also freezer-friendly and can last for 1-2 months in the freezer. When you're ready to serve, simply thaw it and heat it up on the stovetop—it'll taste just as fresh as when you first made it.

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