Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken Recipe (Spicy, Smoky & 1-Pan Delight!)

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 If you're craving a bold, spicy, and flavor-packed chicken dish, this Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken is the perfect recipe for you. Cooked on a tawa (flat pan), it brings out a smoky aroma, deep chilli flavor, and rich garlic punch that makes every bite irresistible.

This recipe is quick, needs minimal ingredients, and works great for weeknight dinners, lunchboxes, or high-protein snacks.


Why You’ll Love This Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken

  • Ready in just 15 minutes

  • Uses simple kitchen ingredients

  • High-protein & low-carb

  • Smoky tawa flavor you can’t get in a regular pan

  • Perfect for wraps, rice bowls, or eating as a snack

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

  • 500g boneless chicken (strips or cubes)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1.5 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 tbsp Kashmiri red chilli powder

  • ½ tbsp crushed red pepper

  • 1 tbsp garlic (finely chopped)

  • 1 tbsp vinegar

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 tbsp oil

For Tawa Cooking

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1 tbsp chopped garlic

  • 1 tsp chilli flakes

  • 1–2 green chillies (sliced)

  • 1 tsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp chilli garlic sauce

  • Fresh coriander

  • Optional: butter for extra flavor

How to Make Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken

1. Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, mix chicken with lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, chilli powder, crushed red pepper, salt, oil, and vinegar.
Let it rest for 10–15 minutes (or refrigerate for 1 hour for deeper flavor).

2. Cook on Tawa

Heat oil on a tawa. Add chopped garlic and sauté until lightly golden.
Add green chillies and chilli flakes for a fragrant kick.

3. Add Chicken

Spread the marinated chicken evenly on the hot tawa.
Cook on medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, flipping occasionally until chicken turns golden and slightly charred.

4. Flavor Boost

Add soy sauce, chilli garlic sauce, and a small cube of butter for a rich glaze.
Toss well until chicken becomes sticky and coated beautifully.

5. Final Touch

Garnish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon.
Serve hot!

Pro Tips for Best Tawa Chicken

  • Use boneless thigh meat for juicier results.

  • Don’t overcook — tawa heat is high, so keep flipping.

  • Add butter at the end for smoky restaurant-style flavor.

  • For extra crispiness, cook uncovered on high flame for 2 minutes.

Health Benefits of Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken

  • High protein to support muscle recovery

  • Garlic boosts immunity and digestion

  • Chilli improves metabolism

  • Low-carb and perfect for weight management

  • Oil can be controlled, making it a guilt-free spicy treat

Serving Ideas

  • With naan, roti, or paratha

  • In wraps or rolls

  • With vegetable fried rice

  • As a starter for parties

  • With fresh salad for a healthy meal

Conclusion

Chilli Garlic Tawa Chicken is the perfect mix of spice, smoke, and deliciousness — a must-try recipe for every chicken lover. Whether you're cooking for family or making a quick high-protein meal, this recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor in minutes. Try it once, and it will instantly become your go-to spicy meal from the kitchen of bitewithmagic!

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