A flavorful Indian dish featuring ghee-roasted chicken tikka served with aromatic saffron rice pilaf and a refreshing mint yogurt sauce.

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In a bowl, mix chicken breast pieces with yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, garlic, and salt. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
In a pan, melt ghee over medium heat. Add marinated chicken pieces and sear until golden brown on both sides, then transfer to an oven-safe dish.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Meanwhile, rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, bring water to a boil, add saffron threads, rice, and a pinch of salt. Cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
For the mint yogurt sauce, mix yogurt, mint leaves, lime juice, and salt in a blender until smooth.
Serve the ghee-roasted chicken tikka with saffron rice pilaf and mint yogurt sauce.

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