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Tawa Chicken Recipe | Street-Style Spicy Tawa Chicken (Dhaba Style)

If you love bold, spicy, street-style chicken recipes, then this Tawa Chicken Recipe is going to win your heart. As a home chef, I truly enjoy recreating those dhaba and roadside flavors at home, and this one is very close to my heart.

Whenever I cook this spicy tawa chicken Recipe the aroma instantly reminds me of busy food streets, hot tawas, and freshly cooked masala sizzling in butter and oil.

This street-style tawa chicken is juicy, full of masala, and cooked on a flat tawa for that authentic restaurant-style taste. The best part? You don’t need any fancy ingredients or long marination time.

Everything is simple, quick, and easily available in your kitchen.

I’m sharing this recipe the same way I make it at home for my family and guests, and I truly hope you enjoy cooking and eating it as much as I do ❤️

Why You’ll Love This Tawa Chicken Recipe

This recipe is perfect if you’re craving restaurant-style Tawa Chicken but want to cook it fresh at home.

🥘 Ingredients for Street-Style Tawa Chicken

  • 1½ kg chicken (with bones or boneless, your choice)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tbsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (or half oil + half butter)
  • Sliced onions
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Green chilies (slit)
  • Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

How to Make Street-Style Tawa Chicken (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

Wash the chicken properly and drain all excess water. In a large bowl, add chicken, yogurt, salt, red chili powder, black pepper, coriander powder, garlic powder, tomato puree, and hot sauce. Mix everything really well so each piece is coated with masala.

👉 Tip: You can cook it immediately, but if you have time, rest it for 20–30 minutes for deeper flavor.

Step 2: Heat the Tawa

Place a heavy tawa or flat pan on medium heat. Add olive oil and butter together. This combination gives the chicken a rich, restaurant-style taste that you usually get in dhabas.

Let the tawa heat properly before adding the chicken.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

Add the marinated chicken to the hot tawa. Spread it evenly so the pieces cook nicely. Cook on medium flame, turning occasionally.

At first, the chicken will release water. Let it cook until the water dries and the masala starts sticking slightly to the chicken. This step is very important for authentic street-style flavor.

Step 4: Add Vegetables

Once the chicken is almost cooked and nicely coated with masala, add sliced onions, tomatoes, and green chilies. Mix gently and cook for another 5–7 minutes.

The onions should remain slightly crunchy, just like street-style tawa chicken.

Step 5: Final Touch

When the chicken is fully cooked, juicy, and spicy, turn off the heat. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice if you like extra freshness.

Your spicy street-style tawa chicken is ready to serve!

📌 Tips for Best Tawa Chicken Recipe

  • Always preheat the tawa properly
  • Use butter + oil for rich dhaba flavor
  • Cook on medium flame to avoid burning
  • Don’t overcook onions; keep them slightly crunchy
  • Add lemon juice at the end, not during cooking

How to Serve Tawa Chicken Recipe

This dish tastes amazing with:

  • Fresh naan or roti
  • Paratha
  • Jeera rice
  • Simple salad and raita

It’s perfect for family dinners, weekend meals, or special gatherings.

Final Words from Mamona ❤️

I truly love sharing recipes that are easy, flavorful, and close to street food lovers’ hearts. This Tawa Chicken Recipe is one of those dishes that always brings smiles to the table. If you try this recipe, I would love to know how it turned out for you.

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Happy Cooking! 🍗🔥
— Mamona Adnan
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Street-Style Spicy Tawa Chicken Recipe
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Street-Style Spicy Tawa Chicken Recipe

Recipe by Memona Adnan
5.0 from 1 vote
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Pakistani / Indian Street FoodDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4-6

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

This Street-Style Tawa Chicken is juicy, spicy, and full of bold dhaba flavors. Cooked on a hot tawa with butter, oil, and simple spices, this easy chicken recipe tastes just like your favorite restaurant or roadside stall. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or special gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 ½ kg chicken

  • 1 tbsp garlic powder

  • 1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • 1/2 tbsp tbsp red chili powder

  • 1/2 tbsp tsp black pepper

  • 1.2 cup cup yogurt

  • 1 tsp coriander powder

  • 2 tbsp tomato puree

  • 2 tbsp hot sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (or half oil + half butter)

  • 1 medium onion, sliced

  • 1 medium tomato, sliced

  • 2 green chilies, slit

  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Directions

  • Wash and drain the chicken properly.
  • In a large bowl, add chicken, yogurt, salt, red chili powder, black pepper, coriander powder, garlic powder, tomato puree, and hot sauce. Mix well to coat evenly.
  • Heat a heavy tawa on medium flame and add oil and butter.
  • Add the marinated chicken to the hot tawa and spread evenly.
  • Cook on medium heat, turning occasionally, until the chicken releases water and the masala thickens.
  • Once the water dries and chicken is almost done, add sliced onions, tomatoes, and green chilies.
  • Cook for another 5–7 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and lightly charred.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Preheat the tawa well for authentic street-style flavor
  • Use butter with oil for richer taste
  • Cook on medium heat to avoid burning
  • Add lemon juice at the end for extra freshness

I hope you enjoy making this Street-StyleTawa Chicken Recipe as much as I love sharing it with you. This recipe is simple, full of bold flavors, and perfect for bringing that real dhaba taste straight into your home kitchen. If you try it, don’t forget to leave a comment and share your experience—I truly love hearing from you.

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