Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken in a spiced buttery sauce, perfect for cozy meals or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- Additional butter, optional for a richer flavor
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, ground turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least an hour.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened and golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until browned.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add heavy cream or coconut milk, lower the heat, and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Consider adding seasonal vegetables or swapping proteins for creative variations. This dish can also be made vegetarian by substituting chicken with hearty vegetables like cauliflower or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 115mg