Aathira Sethumadhavan's recipe has limited calories but is loaded with protein, making it the perfect guilt-free indulgence to make at home and dig in. Kadai chicken is a dish that many crave while also worrying about its calorie content. Taking to Instagram on June 18, certified nutritionist and digital content creator Aathira Sethumadhavan, provided a solution to the problem by sharing her own recipe for the same.Each serving of the kadai chicken has 26 grams of protein. (@aathirasethumadhavan/Instagram)Also Read | Chef Kunal Kapur shares crispy masala onion rings recipe: See step-by-step preparationAathira’s dish can be prepared easily at home and is just as tasty as its dhaba counterparts. However, it is far healthier, which makes the indulgence guilt-free.The recipe that she provided is for six servings, with each serving being around 300 grams. Every serving is loaded with 26 grams of protein, 12 grams of carbohydrates and 13 grams of fat, and has just 270 calories.“That dhaba-style kadai chicken you keep ordering out? Turns out the homemade version is just as satisfying but way better for you,” she wrote in the caption. The detailed steps to make the dish are presented as follows.Ingredients for kadai chickenFor the marinade:1 kg bone-in chicken100g curd2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder1 tsp turmeric1 tsp coriander powder1 tsp garam masala2 tsp lemon juiceSalt to taste1 tsp mustard oilFor the kadai masala:2 tbsp coriander seeds1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp fennel seeds1 tsp peppercorns5-6 dried red chilliesFor gravy:1 tbsp ghee1 bay leaf1 inch cinnamon1 black cardamom2 green cardamom2 medium onions, chopped1 tbsp garlic paste250g tomato pureeHot water as neededTo finish:1 tsp ghee1 large onion, cubed1 capsicum, cubedSalt50ml cream (diluted with water) or half-and-half1 tsp kasuri methi4-5 slit green chillies1/2 inch ginger julienne1 tbsp chopped coriander leavesMethod of preparationMarinate the chicken with curd, ginger-garlic paste, Kashmiri chilli powder, turmeric, coriander powder, garam masala, lemon juice, salt and mustard oil. Rest at least 30 minutes to one hour — overnight is ideal.Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin, fennel, peppercorns and dried red chillies. Crush to a coarse powder and set aside.Heat 1 tbsp ghee, add bay leaf, cinnamon, black and green cardamom. Add chopped onions and garlic paste, cook till golden brown.Add the kadai masala, then the tomato puree. Cook till the raw smell goes.Add the marinated chicken and a little hot water. Cover and cook till the chicken is done and the gravy thickens.Separately, on high heat with very little ghee, stir-fry the onion and capsicum cubes with a pinch of salt till just charred. Fold into the gravy.Finish with cream, kasuri methi, slit green chillies, ginger julienne and coriander. Serve hot.Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.This article is for informational purposes only.Debapriya Bhattacharya is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times. He started his career in 2022, working in newsrooms in beats like education, US news, trending stories, and entertainment. In his new role in the lifestyle desk, he seeks to deliver a balanced blend of research-driven reporting and creative storytelling from health and recipes to art and culture. Science, philosophy, food and pop culture are what pump his veins and help bring heart to his stories. Debapriya tries to see out subjects that will allow him and readers to explore new frontiers and improve the quality of life for all. The explorations can be both external and internal, as thoughts seek to be as chaotic as the greater universe. As a citizen of the world, Debapriya has been fascinated by the lives of people across the globe throughout time. His curiosity leads him to explore new linguistic and cultural landscapes to broaden his horizons and deepen his understanding of global narratives. Beyond the newsroom, Debapriya loves to participate in debate and theatre, spaces that he considers to be holy grounds for nuance and self-expression. A graduate from Ashutosh College, University of Calcutta, Debapriya completed his Master's degree from the same university in 2022. An ambiverted bibliophile, he loves his solitude as much as he adores stimulating conversations. And despite his reverence for tech, libraries continue to be his favourite place for research.Read MoreHealthy RecipesRecipeCatch every big hit, every wicket with Crick-it, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Quizzes, Polls & much more. Explore now!.Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Taylor Swift, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs.See Less