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The Diwali party is the most fun part of the festival. The music, the lights, the vibe, the desserts, the people—everything just falls into place that one night. To elevate your party even further, you need food, which is the soul of any party. Indian sweets and desserts like laddoos, peda, barfi, and rasmalai may be the highlight of the feast, along with short eats like samosas, kachoris, etc. But snacks have the potential to make your party memorable, and chicken snacks stand tall on the list of the best Diwali party snacks.
Chicken is a must-have ingredient because it provides impeccable flavour while being versatile enough to make more than enough snacks just from that. These snacks will surely spice up your Diwali. In this article, we will look at seven such classic chicken snacks that will help elevate your Diwali party.
Tandoori Chicken Nuggets
This dish is the best of both worlds. It brings two iconic dishes together: tandoori and chicken nuggets. These juicy yet crispy bite-sized delights will give you a burst of flavour with each bite you take. It is made from tandoori spices, which are then covered in a layer of breadcrumbs. Use any condiment you prefer, such as green chutney or ketchup, to further enhance the experience.
Chicken Popcorn
This one has the potential to be the star of your party. Tender chicken is marinated in a rich blend of Indian spices such as chilli powder, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, and more before being crumb- or flour-coated and deep-fried to perfection. They are so crunchy that they make the perfect party snack.
Chicken Samosa
A delicious variation of the regular potato-filled samosa, which is as delicious if not more. This deep-fried pastry has a flavourful filling of spiced ground chicken inside it and a crusty outer layer that creates a perfect combination of crispy and soft. Your guests and family will definitely love this samosa.
Chicken 65
Another crispy chicken snack that will be a treat to your taste buds. Chicken 65 is a popular South Indian dish that is prepared with a medley of spices to give it its signature flavour. These finger snacks are deep-fried to golden perfection to create a lovely blend of flavours. Popular variations like Cauliflower 65 have also surfaced recently.
Chilli Chicken
This Indo-Chinese dish is popular throughout the country, as many Chinese food stalls serve this simple yet flavourful dish. Chilli chicken can be made in both gravy form and dry form, and for a Diwali party, dry chilli chicken would be perfect. This dish is prepared by sautéing chicken pieces with a number of spices, vegetables, and a tangy sauce. It is a very addictive snack.
Chicken Pakoras
Usually, when we talk about pakoras, we think of onion pakoras, spinach pakoras, and others. Chicken pakoras usually aren't on your mind, but that doesn't mean this snack is any less delicious than its popular counterparts.
These pakoras are made by marinating chicken pieces, which are then coated in a delicious batter before being deep-fried. The exterior is crispy, and on the inside, it is juicy. Chicken pakoras hold a reputation for being so addictive that people simply cannot take their hands off of them.
Chicken Tikka
This list wouldn't be complete without the popular chicken tikka, which has been a favourite for ages. Chicken pieces are marinated in a medley of spices and yoghurt, which are then grilled to make this crispy and succulent dish. It is delicious, smoky, spicy, and absolutely addictive.
It makes for great Diwali party food due to its convenience and mess-free nature.
Chicken Lollipop
One of the most popular dishes from Indo-Chinese cuisine. Here frenched chicken drumettes are marinated in a flavourful batter made up of spices and then fried to create a crispy dish that resembles a lollipop, thus the name.
They are usually served with schezwan chutney and other chutneys such as green chutney.
Chicken Seekh Kebab
Chicken seekh kebabs are essentially ground chicken that is flavoured with a number of spices and herbs such as cilantro, ginger, garlic, green chillies, onions and more. It is then grilled to perfection to create a firm texture with a soft inside. It is popular in both India and Pakistan.
Chicken Momos
It isn't a traditional Indian food but is certainly one that has managed to secure a place in every Indian's heart. These soft dumplings are prepared with ground chicken which are then steamed to make these delicious momos. They are often served with mayonnaise, spicy tomato chutney and green chutney.
