Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 kg

chicken, whole

50 g

ghee

5 g

ginger

julienned

1 g

cumin seed

1 g

fennel seed

5 g

chili powder

250 g

minced chicken

25 g

cashew nuts

10 g

glace cherries

10 g

raisins

25 g

coriander leaves

chopped

1 unit

egg

hard-boiled

150 g

ghee

50 g

ginger-garlic paste

250 g

onions

ground to paste

1 unit

star anise

3 g

cloves

5 g

cardamom

5 g

cinnamon

3 g

fennel powder

5 g

cumin powder

10 g

chili powder

3 unit

bay leaves

100 g

cashew nuts paste

50 g

almond paste

50 g

pistachios, paste

500 ml

water

Step 1
~8 min

Heat ghee in a wok or large pan.

Step 2
~8 min

Add julienned ginger, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and chili powder.

Step 3
~8 min

Fry until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4
~8 min

Add minced chicken and stir until cooked through.

Step 5
~8 min

Add cashew nuts, glace cherries, raisins, and chopped coriander leaves.

Step 6
~8 min

Stir-fry for a few minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.

Step 7
~8 min

Stuff the hard-boiled egg into the cavity of the whole chicken.

Step 8
~8 min

Fill the remaining cavity with the cooled minced chicken stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 9
~8 min

Place the stuffed chicken in a claypot.

Step 10
~8 min

Prepare the gravy by heating ghee in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 11
~8 min

Add ginger-garlic paste, ground onion paste, star anise, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, fennel powder, cumin powder, chili powder, and bay leaves.

Step 12
~8 min

Mix well and stir-fry until fragrant.

Step 13
~8 min

Add cashew nut paste, almond paste, and pistachio paste.

Step 14
~8 min

Continue stirring for a few minutes before adding water.

Step 15
~8 min

Bring the gravy to a boil, then turn off the heat.

Step 16
~8 min

Pour the prepared gravy over the chicken in the claypot.

Step 17
~8 min

Allow the chicken to marinate in the gravy for 30 minutes.

Step 18
~8 min

Seal the claypot with a layer of foil and then the claypot lid, ensuring no steam can escape.

Step 19
~8 min

Place the sealed claypot in a preheated oven at 120°C (250°F) and slow cook for 2 hours.

Step 20
~8 min

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the claypot.

Step 21
~8 min

Serve the whole chicken with the gravy poured over it, or carve it and serve with the gravy and stuffing on the side.

Key Technique: Stuffing

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance the flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your spice preference.

Ensure the claypot is properly sealed to retain moisture and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stuffing and gravy can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with naan bread or rice.

Accompany with raita or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Naan Bread
Basmati Rice
Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Dum cooking is a traditional Indian technique involving slow cooking in a sealed pot.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Diwali

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Gathering
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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