You must have tried Chicken Kathi Roll because this recipe is very popular and quite easy to make. This dish is mostly eaten in Kolkata. I tried it for the first time during my school days, and since then, it has become one of my favorite dishes.
Imagine the delicious taste when juicy chicken wrapped in a warm roti, topped with onions, green chutney, and a squeeze of lemon juice, melts in your mouth! If you are a non-vegetarian, you should definitely try this at least once.
We have provided information below on how to make a delicious Chicken Kathi Roll. With the help of the instructions below, you can easily and deliciously prepare it at home.
About Chicken Kathi Roll
Chicken Kathi Roll is a dish that immediately comes to mind when you’re hungry. What makes this recipe special is its soft paratha, spicy chicken, and the aroma of fresh vegetables. All these elements combine to create a delicious flavor. It’s neither too spicy nor too bland – it’s just perfect.
If you’re looking for something truly satisfying, try a Chicken Kathi Roll. It’s one of India’s best street foods. The best part about this dish is that it’s very easy to make at home, and its taste wins everyone’s heart. That’s why people make it again and again at home.
Ingredients required for Chicken Kathi Roll
For chicken marination
- Boneless chicken – 250 grams
- Yogurt – 3 tablespoons
- Ginger-garlic paste – 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder – to taste
- Turmeric powder – ½ teaspoon
- Garam masala – ½ teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
For the role
- Whole wheat paratha
- Onion – thinly sliced
- Green chutney
- A little butter or oil
- Tomato sauce (optional)
How to make Chicken Kathi Roll – Step-by-step instructions
We have provided step-by-step instructions below for making chicken kathi rolls.
Prepare the chicken
To marinate the chicken, first take a bowl, add all the chicken pieces to it, and then add all the marinade ingredients. Mix everything well, making sure all the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the spices. Now cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (if you have more time, you can leave it for an hour).
Next, heat a pan, add a little oil, and cook all the marinated chicken pieces over medium heat. Once the chicken is slightly cooked and has a light golden-brown color, turn off the heat.
To prepare the paratha
To make the paratha, heat a griddle and lightly cook it on both sides. Apply a little butter on top of the paratha. If you want the paratha to taste a bit like those served at roadside eateries (dhabas), this will also keep the paratha soft and give it a nice aroma.
Wrap the kathi roll
Now it’s time to roll the paratha, and this is the most important step. To roll it, place the paratha on a plate. First, spread the green chutney on it, then add the prepared chicken on top, followed by the chopped onions. You can also sprinkle a little lemon juice if you like.
Now, gently roll the paratha. Be careful not to roll it too tightly. Just make sure the filling doesn’t spill out.
Tips are provided to make chicken kathi rolls even more delicious
Here are some tips to make your chicken kathi rolls even more delicious, which I’ve learned over the years of making them, and I’ve shared them below:
- When marinating the chicken, add a little gram flour (besan) to the yogurt. This makes the chicken crispy.
- Make the chutney at home for a better flavor.
- When making the paratha, use ghee instead of oil. This will give the paratha a richer flavor.
- If you like your food a little spicier, add more chilies, but if you’re making it for children, don’t add too many chilies.
Why is the homemade Chicken Kathi Roll better?
Homemade chicken kathi rolls are far better than those you get outside because you make them yourself, you can adjust the spices to your liking, and they contain less oil and fresh ingredients.
Restaurants sometimes use stale chicken when making them, but everything is fresh when you make them at home. I’ve made these many times for small parties at home, and everyone who has tried them has loved them.
Conclusion
I hope by now you’ve learned how to make chicken kathi rolls and that you find it quite easy to make. We’ve explained the step-by-step process above; please try making it at least once by following those steps, and give your family a little surprise!
When you make it yourself, please let me know in the comments how it tasted!
