Name: Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken Karahi
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pakistani
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken; 1 tsp black pepper powder; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1/2 tbsp coriander powder, dhaniya; 1/2 tsp white pepper; Salt to taste; 1 tsp garlic powder; Juice of 2 lemons; 1 cup yogurt; 100 ml fresh cream; Lemon slices; Green chillies; A small knob of butter; 1/3 cup oil; 2 chopped onions; 1 tbsp ginger; 1/2 cup water

Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken Karahi

Ingredients, Marination. This Lemon Pepper Chicken Karahi is a perfect fusion of desi karahi style with a refreshing lemon twist. Made with yogurt, cream, black & white pepper, and finished with butter and fresh lemons, this recipe is a must-try for chicken lovers. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or special dawat nights.

By Maham August 27, 2026 Updated September 5, 2026

Instructions 10

Mix everything well and marinate the chicken. Set aside.
Heat ⅓ cup oil and 50 g butter in a pan or karahi.
Add whole garam masala (sabut garam masalay).
Add 2 chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
Add 1 tbsp ginger, garlic & green chilli paste.
Add the marinated chicken and ½ cup water.
Cover and cook on low flame for 20 minutes.
When oil separates, finish with lemon slices, green chillies, A small knob of butter and extra black pepper sprinkle.
Serve , creamy, peppery, and perfectly tangy.
Zesty, creamy, and full of bold pepper flavor.

Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken Karahi