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Malai Boti Recipe
Annie Graves

Malai Boti

Savor the rich, creamy flavors of Malai Boti! Tender, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether served as an appetizer or main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Pakistani
Calories: 300
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Malai Boti Marinade
  • 1 lb 450g boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tsp green chili paste or finely minced green chilies
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter for grilling
Optional Garnish
  • Fresh coriander cilantro, chopped
  • Lemon wedges
  • Sliced onions
Substitutions
  • Vegan: Use tofu or paneer in place of chicken and coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
  • Low-Fat: Use low-fat yogurt and reduce the amount of cream.
  • Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving - 1 skewer of Malai Boti):

  • Calories: 250-300
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Sugar: 2g


Notes/Advice:

  • Additions/Subtractions:
    • You can experiment with the creaminess by adjusting the amount of cream cheese or using different types of cream (like sour cream or coconut cream).
    • If you don’t have a grill, you can pan-fry the chicken pieces in a skillet with a little oil until they are golden and cooked through.
    • Don’t skip the marination time—it allows the flavors to fully penetrate the chicken, making it extra tender and flavorful.