Easy Chicken Pav Recipe | Quick & Tasty Kids Snack
Looking for a quick and tasty kids' snack? Try this easy Chicken Pav recipe! Packed with veggies, shredded chicken, and cheese. Perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
- 1/2 ladle Cooking Oil
- 2 tbsp Butter divided
- 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds Jeera
- 2 medium Onions finely chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger, garlic, and mild green chilli (crushed/paste)
- 1 medium Tomato finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Cabbage finely chopped
- 1 medium Carrot grated
- 1 small Capsicum/Bell pepper finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 150 g Boiled and shredded chicken
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Red chilli powder adjust to taste
- A pinch of Black pepper powder
- 1 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Schezwan Chutney
- Fresh coriander leaves chopped
- 1/4 cup Chicken stock water retained from boiling the chicken
- 2 tbsp Grated Cheese optional
- Fresh Pav bread rolls for serving
Instructions
- Prep the Pan: Heat oil in a pan, add a little butter, and let it melt.
- Sauté Aromatics: Toss in cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they soften and turn light pink.
- Add Flavour: Stir in the crushed ginger, garlic, and green chilli paste, and cook for about a minute to remove the raw smell.
- Cook the Veggies: Mix in the chopped tomatoes, cabbage, grated carrots, and capsicum. Cook for 2 minutes, then add a pinch of salt to help the veggies soften.
- Add the Protein: Stir in the turmeric powder, followed by the shredded boiled chicken.
- Spice it Up: Lower the heat and add coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, red chilli powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything well.
- Saucy Twist: Add tomato ketchup and Schezwan chutney for a deliciously tangy and spicy kick.
- Simmer: Pour in a little reserved chicken stock to keep the mixture juicy and moist. Cover with a lid and let it cook on low heat for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Cheesy Finish: Remove the lid, stir in a little more butter, and top with grated cheese if your kids love a cheesy twist.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve the warm chicken filling alongside soft Pav, cucumber, sliced onions, and a lemon wedge.