Steam Chicken Platter Recipe by Food Fusion

### **Steam Chicken Platter Recipe – Food Fusion Style** 🍗🔥✨

This **Steam Chicken Platter** is a **healthy, juicy, and flavorful meal** that’s perfect for Iftar, dinner, or a special gathering. Made with **marinated chicken, steamed to perfection**, and served with sides like sautéed veggies and chutney!

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### **Ingredients**

#### **For Steam Chicken Marinade:**
- 1 kg Chicken (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
- ½ cup Yogurt
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper Powder
- 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika (for color)
- ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
- ½ tsp Garam Masala
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Coriander Powder
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Oil

#### **For Sautéed Veggies (Optional Side):**
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (sliced)
- 1 Onion (sliced)
- 1 Carrot (julienned)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- ½ tsp Garlic Powder

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### **Instructions**

#### **Step 1: Marinate the Chicken**
1. In a bowl, mix **yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, and spices** to make a marinade.
2. Coat the **chicken pieces** well in the marinade.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least **2 hours** (overnight for best flavor).

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#### **Step 2: Steam the Chicken**
4. Heat water in a **steaming pot** or a large pan with a steamer rack.
5. Place the marinated **chicken on the rack** and cover the lid.
6. Steam for **35-40 minutes** until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
7. (Optional) **For a smoky flavor**, heat a piece of coal, place it in a small foil cup inside the steamer, drizzle oil, and cover for **2 minutes**.

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#### **Step 3: Prepare the Sautéed Veggies** (Optional)
8. Heat **olive oil** in a pan. Add sliced **bell peppers, onions, and carrots**.
9. Sprinkle with **salt, black pepper, and garlic powder**.
10. Sauté for **2-3 minutes** until slightly tender but still crunchy.

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#### **Step 4: Assemble the Platter & Serve**
11. Arrange the **steam chicken** on a platter with **sautéed veggies, naan, or steamed rice**.
12. Serve with **mint chutney, garlic mayo, or raita** for extra flavor!

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### **Pro Tips:**
✅ **For extra spice**, brush the steamed chicken with **chili garlic sauce** before serving.
✅ **To make it a BBQ-style platter**, grill the steamed chicken for **2 minutes on high heat**.
✅ **For a low-carb meal**, serve with a **fresh salad** instead of rice.

Would you like more **healthy platter ideas?** 😊