Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll—Pakistani Street Food Favorite
✨ Comprehensive Introduction of Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll
The chicken tikka paratha roll is a true gem of Pakistani street food: spicy, smoky, juicy chicken tikka wrapped in a flaky, buttery paratha with cool chutney and crisp veggies. It’s portable, crave-worthy, and absolutely packed with bold South Asian flavor.
Found at roadside stalls and high-end eateries alike, this roll is the Pakistani answer to fast food: satisfying and full of heritage. Whether you’re making a quick lunch, hosting a party, or meal-prepping for the week, this roll is sure to impress.
✅ Quick Recipe Overview of Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time | Servings | Spice Level | Difficulty |
| 20 mins | 25 mins | 45 mins | 4 | Medium 🌶️ | Easy |
🧾 Ingredients of Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll
For the Chicken Tikka:
• 500g of boneless chicken, cut into strips, from the breast or thigh
• 3 tbsp yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste
For the parathas:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour or wheat flour
• 1 tbsp oil or ghee
• Water as needed
• Pinch of salt
• Butter or ghee for cooking
*Or use ready-made frozen parathas for convenience.
For Assembly:
• Onion slices
• Tomato slices or julienned
• Cabbage or lettuce (optional)
• Green chutney or mint yogurt sauce
• Lemon wedges
👩🍳 Detailed Instructions of Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll
1. Marinate the Chicken
• Put all of these ingredients, including yogurt, oil, lemon juice, salt, ginger garlic paste, and spices, in a medium
pan.
• Add chicken strips and coat well.
• For optimal flavor, marinate for up to overnight, but at least 30 minutes is recommended.
2. Cook the Chicken Tikka
• Place a skillet & grill pan on medium-high heat.
• Cook the chicken after marinating for 8 to 10 minutes, or until it is golden and lightly charred.
• Optional: Use coal smoke for a BBQ-style aroma—place a hot coal in a foil cup inside the pan, drop a little oil
on it, and cover for 2 minutes.
3. Prepare the Parathas
• Mix flour, salt, and oil. For soft dough, we will add water.
• Rest for 15 minutes.
• Roll into flat discs and cook on a hot skillet with butter/ghee until golden and crispy.
• Keep warm wrapped in foil or a towel.
4. Assemble the rolls.
• Lay a paratha flat.
• Spread a spoonful of chutney or mint sauce.
• Add chicken tikka strips, onion, tomato, and cabbage.
• Optional: Add a pinch of chaat masala and lemon juice.
• Roll tightly like a wrap and serve hot.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
• Serve the entrée with raita, mint chutney, or crispy fries.
• Serve with a cold soda or mango lassi for a full street food experience.
• Cut in halves and wrap in foil for easy on-the-go meals or lunchboxes.
🧪 Nutritional Info (Per Roll—Approx.)
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 450–500 kcal |
| Protein | 30g |
| Carbohydrates | 40g |
| Fat | 20g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugar | 2g |
💭 Final Thoughts
The Chicken Tikka Paratha Roll is more than a meal—it’s a bite of bustling Pakistani streets, full of aroma, spice, and joy. It’s versatile, deeply satisfying, and incredibly easy to make at home. From busy weeknights to festive gatherings, this roll delivers flavor in every wrap.
