Mughlai Zafrani Murg Recipe

Step 1: To begin making Mughlai Zafrani Murg Recipe, wash the chicken and pat them dry

Step 2: In a small bowl, to the saffron strands, add a teaspoon of water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to soak

Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cream and yogurt with a fork till combined

Step 4: Save a tablespoon of cream for garnishing finally

Step 5: Also add cumin powder, coriander powder, chilli powder, salt and bay leaf to the bowl

Step 6: Now add the chicken pieces to the yogurt and spices mixture, mix well with fingers such that all the chicken pieces are coated well

Step 7: Also add the soaked saffron with its water and give a mix

Step 8: You can save a few strands for garnish at the end

Step 9: Keep the chicken to marinate in the freezer for at least 1-2 hours

Step 10: After marination, transfer the marinated chicken to a big microwave safe deep bowl

Step 11: Microwave for 10-15 minutes on high power or till the chicken is cooked

Step 12: Keep checking every minute after 5 minutes since the cooking in microwave completely depends on the power of the waves, which differ with every brand and model of the oven

Step 13: Kadai MethodTransfer the marinated chicken in a non stick pan along with yogurt and heat on medium flame with the lid closed

Step 14: Cook on low-medium heat till the chicken is done and cooked to tender

Step 15: Once the chicken is cooked completely, transfer to a serving bowl, add the reserved fresh cream and saffron strands

Step 16: Garnish with coriander, sprinkle the garam masala and serve

Step 17: Serve Mughlai Zafrani Murg Recipe with Saffron Pilaf Recipe (Kesar Pulao) or plain steamed rice and Awadhi Moong Dal Ki Goli Recipe for a complete meal