One-Pot Chicken Roast – A No-Oven Delight!
This One-Pot Chicken Roast is comfort food at its best! Whether you cook it on the stovetop or in the oven, it’s guaranteed to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp red pepper paste optional
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp black pepper powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 3/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1 tsp pink salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 kg chicken drumsticks skin removed and scored
- 1 large potato peeled and cut into big cubes
For Cooking & Garnish:
- 2-3 tbsp ghee or oil
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- Chopped coriander
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, tomato paste, red pepper paste (if using), and all the dry spices.
- Add lemon juice and mix until well combined.
- Score the chicken drumsticks for better absorption of flavors.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into large cubes.
- Coat both the chicken and potatoes thoroughly with the marinade.
- Cover and let it rest for at least 1 hour (overnight for best results).
- Heat ghee or oil in a large, deep pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and potatoes, searing them for 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken stock, cover, and let it cook for 10-15 minutes on low heat.
- Remove the lid and cook on medium-high heat for another 5-10 minutes until the liquid reduces into a thick, flavorful gravy.
- Sprinkle garam masala and chopped coriander on top.
- Serve hot with rice, naan, or flatbread for a complete meal.