Chicken Shashlik Indo-Chinese Fusion

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  • Number of servings
    10

Deliver bold flavour and visual impact with this Chicken Shashlik—an Indo-Chinese fusion recipe designed for foodservice professionals seeking high-performing dishes that balance spice, richness, and efficiency. Marinated chicken thighs are grilled to perfection and served over a vibrant, saucy base made with MAGGI® Masala Chilli Sauce, tomato passata, and aromatic spices, creating a dish that’s ideal for casual dining, buffets, or themed menus.  

This Chicken Shashlik is a key part of our menu ideas collection. It's more than just food; with its easy recipe, it's a simple way for chefs to add exciting, global tastes to their menu, even when things get busy. Whether you want a special dish for one person or make a fun sharing option for groups, it makes a lasting impression. It meets the growing need for tasty, authentic sauces, which means happy customers, easier work in the kitchen, and good profits.

Ingredients
For the chicken:
  • 150g plain yogurt
  • 30ml soy sauce
  • 30ml white vinegar
  • 5g chilli powder
  • 5g smoked paprika
  • 5g garam masala
  • 900g diced boneless & skinless chicken thighs
For the sauce:
  • 300ml tomato passata
  • 20g tomato puree
  • 150ml MAGGI® Masala Chilli Sauce
  • 500ml water
  • 50g cornflour
  • 30ml light soy sauce
  • 30ml white vinegar
  • 50ml double cream
To finish:
  • 20ml vegetable oil
  • 550g red onion, sliced
  • 30g garlic, minced
  • 30g ginger, minced
  • 350g green pepper, diced
  • 350g red pepper, diced
Preparation
  • 1
    Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, soy sauce, vinegar, chilli powder, smoked paprika, and garam masala until smooth.
  • 2
    Add the diced chicken thighs and mix thoroughly so every piece is coated.
  • 3
    Cover the bowl with cling film and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight
  • 4
    Once marinated, thread the chicken pieces onto skewers (metal or soaked wooden skewers). Keep chilled until ready to cook.
  • 5
    Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, combine tomato passata, tomato puree, MAGGI® Masala Chilli Sauce, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  • 6
    In a small bowl, mix cornflour with a little water to make a slurry. Whisk this into the sauce to thicken.
  • 7
    Once thickened, whisk in double cream, soy sauce, and vinegar. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 8
    Cook the vegetables: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
  • 9
    Add the sliced red onions and cook slowly for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned.
  • 10
    Add minced garlic and ginger, cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then stir in the diced green and red peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • 11
    Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the vegetables, and simmer gently for 2 minutes.
  • 12
    Grill the chicken: Preheat a grill or griddle pan to high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  • 13
    Assemble and serve: Spoon the saucy vegetable mixture onto a large serving platter and arrange the grilled chicken skewers on top.
  • 14
    Garnish with fresh coriander or spring onions if desired.
TYPICAL VALUES Per 100gPer serveReference Intake% RI*
Energy

368 kJ

88 kcal

1179 kJ

281 kcal

8400 kJ

2000 kcal

 

14%

Fat3.7g11.8g7017%
of which: saturates1.2g4.0g2020%
Carbohydrate6.5g20.9g2608%
of which: sugars4.5g14.5g9016%
Fibre1.4g4.6g--
Protein6.4g20.6g5041%
Sodium0.0g0.0g2.40%
Salt0.46g1.49g625%

 

*Reference Intake of an average adult (8400 kJ/2000 kcal).

Based on the stated recipe. Portions should be adjusted for children of different ages.

EnergyFatSaturatesSugarsSalt

1179 kJ

281 kcal

11.8g4.0g20.9g1.49g
14%*17%*20%*16%*25%*

 

*Reference Intake of an average adult (8400 kJ/2000 kcal).

The recipe nutrition information is approximate and based on the ingredients listed. Please consider if any ingredients are changed or substituted then the nutrition will change.