How long does Murgh Cholay (Chicken & Chickpeas) take to make?

About 50 minutes from start to finish for 4 servings. The ingredient list scales automatically if you change the number of servings.

Is Murgh Cholay (Chicken & Chickpeas) halal?

Yes — this recipe contains no pork or alcohol. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients such as stock cubes and sauces.

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Murgh Cholay (Chicken & Chickpeas) Recipe (Authentic Pakistani) | Tribal People Try

Name: Murgh Cholay (Chicken & Chickpeas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pakistani
Ingredients: 500 grams of Chicken; 2 cups of Chickpeas (soaked overnight and boiled, or canned); 2 Onions (finely chopped); 2 Tomatoes (finely chopped); 4 cloves of Garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon of Ginger (grated); 2 Green Chilies (chopped); 1 tablespoon of Cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons of Coriander powder; 1 inch piece of ginger; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp coriander seeds; 1 tablespoon of Turmeric powder; 1 tablespoon of Garam Masala; 2 tablespoons of Cholay Masala (available at South Asian grocery stores); Salt to taste; 4 tablespoons of Cooking Oil; Fresh Coriander (for garnish); Ginger slices (for garnish)

About Murgh Cholay (Chicken & Chickpeas)

Murgh Cholay, also known as Chicken Cholay, is a popular dish in the Punjab region of Pakistan and India. The dish is a flavorful combina tion of chicken and chickpeas, seasoned with a rich variety of spices. Chickpeas, known as "Cholay" in Urdu and Punjabi, have been a sta ple in South Asian cuisine for thousands of years, tracing back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. Over time, different regions developed their unique versions of this dish, varying in spice levels and ingredients. However, the heart of Murgh Cholay has remained the same: a richly spiced and hearty dish that brings together the nutrition of chickpeas with the heartiness of chicken.