Low Fat Chicken Pakora

Indulge guilt-free with this *Low Fat Chicken Pakora* recipe, a lighter twist on the classic Indian street food favorite. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly crispy, these pakoras are baked, not fried, making them a healthier option without compromising on flavor. Tender pieces of marinated chicken breast are coated in a flavorful chickpea flour batter infused with aromatic spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric, then baked to golden perfection with just a light mist of olive oil. With a prep time of only 20 minutes and no messy frying involved, this dish is not just delicious but also incredibly simple to make. Serve these protein-packed bites with a refreshing mint chutney or a cool yogurt dip for a wholesome appetizer or snack that everyone will love. Ideal for health-conscious foodies, these pakoras bring all the bold, authentic flavors of chicken pakora with a fraction of the fat!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 120 grams Plain yogurt
• 100 grams Chickpea flour (besan)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0 Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine plain yogurt, chickpea flour, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, cumin powder, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a smooth batter.

Step 3

Chop the coriander leaves finely and add to the batter. Stir in the baking powder. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the batter, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 6

Place the marinated chicken pieces on the prepared baking tray, making sure they do not touch each other.

Step 7

Lightly spray the chicken with olive oil spray to keep them moist during baking.

Step 8

Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pakoras are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve the low fat chicken pakoras with mint chutney or yogurt dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(774.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1239.7

Total Fat 27.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 437.2mg	0%
Sodium 4391.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 170.5g	0%

Vitamin D 57.6IU	0%
Calcium 374.6mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2804.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.1%

Protein: 54.7%

Carbs: 25.2%