A crispy, golden pastry filled with a delicious spiced chicken mixture.

Chicken Samosa recipe

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Filling:

• 250g minced chicken
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili (finely chopped) (optional)
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice

For the Samosa Dough:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
• 1 tablespoon oil or ghee
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Water (as needed for kneading)

For Frying:

• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Filling

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan.
2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, sauté for 1 minute.
4. Add minced chicken and cook until it turns white.
5. Add turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
6. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and dry.
7. Add chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice, mix well, then let it cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Samosa Dough

1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and oil/ghee.
2. Gradually add water and knead into a firm dough.
3. Cover and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

Step 3: Shape and Fill the Samosas

1. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a thin oval shape.
2. Cut it in half to form two semi-circles.
3. Take one semi-circle and form a cone shape, sealing the edge with water.
4. Fill the cone with 2 tablespoons of chicken filling.
5. Seal the top by applying water on the edges and pressing firmly.

Step 4: Fry the Samosas

1. Heat oil in a deep pan on medium heat.
2. Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy.
3. Remove and drain on a paper towel.

Step 5: Serve

• Serve hot with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or ketchup.

Tips for Perfect Chicken Samosas

✅ Fry on medium heat for even cooking.
✅ Let the filling cool before stuffing to avoid a soggy dough.
✅ Add peas or boiled potatoes for a variation.
✅ For a healthier version, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 25 minutes.

Would you like a spicier filling or a cheesy chicken samosa recipe? 😊