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Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls

Published: Mar 24, 2024 · Modified: Jan 12, 2025 by Zoha · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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This is my favorite recipe for Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls, inspired by the best ones I've eaten in Pakistan (especially Taimoori Roll Paratha, "TRP", in Islamabad)! These paratha rolls pack a punch with a delicious smoky and spicy tikka flavor, a killer combination of sweet, tangy and spicy chutneys, and the flakey crispiness of parathas. And to make things even better, they're very easy to make and take less than an hour of active work.

Chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. Picture from the top at a close up
hand holding a chicken tikka paratha roll at an angle above a wooden board with more paratha rolls. You can see the inside of the roll which is filled with red chicken tikka boti and chutneys

I love to serve these Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls any time I am hosting, especially during the month of Ramadan, and everyone always raves about them.

Read the full blog post below for detailed notes, tips, tricks, photos and videos.

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  • THE STORY BEHIND THIS RECIPE
  • COMPONENTS OF CHICKEN TIKKA PARATHA ROLLS
  • VIDEO TUTORIAL
  • PROCESS WITH PHOTOS
  • TIP TO MAKE PARATHA ROLLS CRISPY AND FLAKY
  • RELATED RECIPES
  • FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • CHICKEN TIKKA PARATHA ROLLS RECIPE

THE STORY BEHIND THIS RECIPE

I was recently in Pakistan and the 'street food' I love eating the MOST is paratha rolls (or roll parathas). They are just so incredibly flavorful and indulgent. I am especially a huge fan of Taimoori Roll Paratha, famously known as "TRP", in Islamabad, which my husband and I eat quite frequently.

Once I got back to the US, the cravings hit me and I needed to make my own recipe. Now, I have made many chicken paratha rolls in the past, but I wanted to improve the recipe and add the delicious smokey, charred flavor of chicken tikka (grilled chicken). So I cooked the chicken the same way I do for my famous Chicken Tikka Sliders, added a spicy yogurt mayo sauce inspired by TRP, and added 2 types of chutney. The result was the best paratha roll I've ever made or eaten!

Chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. Close up picture from an angle to show the inside of the rolls
Chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. Picture from the top at a close up

COMPONENTS OF CHICKEN TIKKA PARATHA ROLLS

These Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls have 4 main components:

  1. Parathas. This is a buttery, flakey flatbread popular in the Indian subcontinent. While you can make your own parathas, they are quite a bit of work, so I recommend using frozen parathas to save yourself time! I love using the frozen parathas from the brands Dawn and Kawan, both of which can be found easily in Indian / South Asian supermarkets
  2. Chicken tikka boti. This is the star of this recipe, of course! The chicken is marinated in my go-to mix of spices, yogurt, ginger, garlic and olive oil. It is then grilled in the oven on the "broil" setting and turns out almost exactly like authentic chicken tikka
  3. Spicy yogurt mayo sauce. A simple and fresh sauce made with yogurt, mayo, cayenne, paprika and garlic
  4. Condiments and chutneys. This is where you can play around with things, but I like to add sliced onions, chopped cilantro, green chutney and tamarind chutney
2 hands breaking a chicken tikka paratha roll into half; more seen in the background
2 hands holding 2 halves of a chicken tikka paratha roll showing the juicy interior. more rolls seen in the background

VIDEO TUTORIAL

Check out this quick video to see how these Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls are made:

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PROCESS WITH PHOTOS

The full detailed recipe is in the recipe card at the bottom of this post, but let's quickly go over the process with photos for the visual people.

First, marinade the boneless chicken by mixing together all the ingredients:

chicken and marinade ingredients in a glass bowl
marinated chicken tikka mix in a glass bowl

Once marinated, thread the chicken onto skewers and place them on a baking tray:

3 skewers with marinated chicken on them on a baking dish, a bowl with more chicken on the side
6 skewers with chicken tikka on them on a baking sheet, ready to go into the oven

Grill the chicken by cooking it on the broil setting of your oven, flipping the skewers midway:

hand turning chicken tikka skewers to cook the other side
grilled chicken tikka skewers

Remove from skewers and give the chicken a rough chop:

grilled chicken tikka boti on a wooden cutting board
grilled chicken tikka boti on a wooden cutting board, cut into big chunks

Prepare the spicy yogurt mayo sauce:

ingredients to make a yogurt sauce in a small bowl
spicy yogurt mayo sauce in a small bowl

Now, gather all condiments, cook the parathas, and it's time to assemble! Start with a smear of the yogurt sauce:

a cooked frozen paratha on a sheet of parchment paper
cooked paratha with yogurt sauce spread on top

Add the chicken and sliced onions:

a cooked frozen paratha on a sheet of parchment paper with grilled chicken tikka boti on top
a cooked frozen paratha on a sheet of parchment paper with grilled chicken tikka boti and sliced onions

Drizzle over the green chutney and tamarind chutney:

a cooked frozen paratha on a sheet of parchment paper with grilled chicken tikka boti, sliced onions and green chutney
a cooked frozen paratha on a sheet of parchment paper with grilled chicken tikka boti, sliced onions, green chutney and tamarind chutney

Carefully roll up the paratha tightly:

hands rolling up a paratha roll to assemble it
an assembled and rolled paratha roll on a wooden board with parchment paper on top

And it's time to serve & enjoy!!

Chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. Picture from the top with more chutney on the side
6 chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. More chutneys in the background

TIP TO MAKE PARATHA ROLLS CRISPY AND FLAKY

Here's a golden little tip for you to make your paratha rolls crispy and flaky! Once you're done assembling the paratha rolls, pop them in the air fryer for just 3-4 minutes at 325F to get the best texture. This is especially helpful because the parathas will start to cool down and soften as you assemble them. You can also reheat the rolls using the same trick.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How to store Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls

You can keep the paratha rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for ~1 day, or in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 300F until they are warm and crispy.

Can I prepare these Chicken Tikka Paratha Rolls ahead of time?

You can prepare the chicken, sauce and condiments in advance, but I recommend cooking the parathas and assembling the rolls when you're ready to serve for the best results.

Should I individually wrap the rolls?

If you want, you can wrap each roll in wax paper individually. However, I don't find this necessary so I typically skip this step.

hand holding a chicken tikka paratha roll above a wooden board with more paratha rolls.
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6 chicken tikka paratha rolls on a wooden cutting board garnished with cilantro. Rolls are golden and flakey and filled with red and juicy chicken tikka boti and chutneys. Picture from an angle to show the inside of the rolls

CHICKEN TIKKA PARATHA ROLLS RECIPE


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  • Author: Zoha
  • Total Time: 60 min+ with marination
  • Yield: 6 paratha rolls
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Description

Delicious flaky paratha rolls filled with smoky and spicy chicken tikka boti, a yogurt mayo sauce, and sweet and tangy chutneys


Ingredients

Chicken Tikka:

  • 1 lb chicken tenders cut into cubes (about 5-6 tenders)
  • 4 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp ginger & garlic paste
  • 1 to 1.5 teaspoon salt according to your preference
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1-2 tsp chili powder (or cayenne)
  • ½ tsp chaat masala
  • ¼ tsp garam masala
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon of orange food color (I use this one)

Yogurt mayo sauce:

  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne or red chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Green chutney (this will make excess; you can also use store-bought):

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro / coriander leaves
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1-2 green chilis (serrano preferred)
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup yogurt
  • 2-4 tablespoon of water, as needed

Assembly:

  • 6 frozen parathas (I use Dawn or Kawan flakey parathas)
  • Tamarind chutney (I use store-bought)
  • ¼ onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Chicken Tikka:

  • Cut the chicken into 1-2" cubes and mix with all ingredients in a bowl thoroughly. Cover and rest for at least 1 hour
  • Turn your oven on the broiler setting and place the rack in the topmost shelf
  • Thread the chicken onto 4-5 skewers (if using wooden skewers, first soak them in water so they don't burn). Place the skewers onto a baking dish such that the chicken is suspended in the air
  • Place the pan in the oven and broil for 7-8 minutes. The skewers should be about ~6" away from the broiler. Flip the skewers to the other side and broil for another 7 minutes until the chicken is nicely charred
  • Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Then remove the chicken from the skewers and roughly chop into bite size pieces (or according to your preference). Toss the chicken in its juices on the chopping board to soak up all the flavor

Yogurt Mayo Sauce:

  • Mix all the ingredients in a clean bowl to make the yogurt sauce

Green Chutney:

  • Add the ingredients to a blender and blend until a smooth chutney is formed. You can add more water if needed to bring the chutney to your desired consistency

Assembly:

  • Cook the parathas on the stove top according to package instructions. They should be light golden and flaky
  • Working one paratha at a time, first spread a generous layer of the yogurt mayo sauce. Then spread on the chicken tikka boti in a line down the middle of the paratha. Sprinkle over some thinly sliced onion, and drizzle over 1-2 teaspoon each of the green chutney and tamarind chutney. Lastly sprinkle over some chopped cilantro. Carefully roll up the paratha into a tight roll
  • Right before serving, air fry the paratha rolls at 325F for just 3-4 minutes until they become crispy again
  • Serve and enjoy!

Video Tutorial:

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Notes

  • Store the paratha rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for ~1 day or in the fridge for 3-5 days
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Cuisine: Pakistani

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  1. Shahzeb says

    March 24, 2024 at 9:34 pm

    loved loved loved these. more please!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:28 pm

      Awww ty!!

      Reply
  2. Ifra says

    March 26, 2024 at 1:24 pm

    I tried these paratha rolls and they turned out amazing! Definitely recommend

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:26 pm

      Aww, so happy to hear that!

      Reply
  3. Yusra Suhail says

    March 28, 2024 at 4:17 pm

    Absolutely loved this!! My parents enjoyed and that is important. The green chutney was heavenly. Thank you Zoha ❤️

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:23 pm

      Aww, thank you so so much!

      Reply
  4. Zehra says

    March 31, 2024 at 6:55 am

    These are seriously SO GOOD! Silver spoon paratha roll level good (IYKYK). I used chicken thighs since that’s what I had on hand and they were so juicy and delicious. The tip for using a loaf pan is genius and you get that authentic tikka char in the oven. The combo with the chutneys is to die for. I didn’t have an air fryer so I skipped the step of crisping up the roll but I’m sure that’d be even more satisfying

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:17 pm

      Ahhh amazing thank you so so much!! This made me smile so big 🙂

      Reply
  5. Hamna Abdulmateen says

    April 07, 2024 at 5:18 pm

    I tried these today on 27th ramzan n trust me they were wiped in a few minutes. My husband wanted more!! Too delish

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 5:05 pm

      hehe yayyy!!!!

      Reply
  6. Najia says

    April 08, 2024 at 1:16 pm

    Tried these for an iftar, they were a hit. Definitely worth giving a try 🙂

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 4:56 pm

      Thank youuuu for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  7. Anam says

    April 09, 2024 at 7:23 pm

    Absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      April 16, 2024 at 4:52 pm

      Glad you liked them!

      Reply
  8. Asma Khan says

    July 22, 2024 at 10:33 pm

    Absolutely amazing. Made it twice and we love the flavors and ease of the recipe. Thanks Zoha

    Reply
    • Zoha says

      September 04, 2024 at 12:07 am

      Thank YOU!

      Reply
  9. Panjwani says

    March 06, 2025 at 5:32 am

    I made these.. turned out Amazing!!! I give it an 11 out of 10..

    Reply
  10. Sania Farooq says

    March 07, 2025 at 1:10 am

    Hey i do not have the oven or air fryer, so how can i cook the chicken?

    Reply
  11. Anam says

    March 14, 2025 at 3:20 pm

    Absolutely delicious! Satisfied my craving for Lahori paratha roll!

    Reply
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