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Perfect Masala Chicken Recipe in 50 Mins!

Masala Chicken Recipe

Masala Chicken is a rich, spiced Indian dish made with tender chicken, yogurt, and bold spices. It’s comforting, aromatic, and perfect for pairing with naan or jeera rice.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 251kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Large non-stick pan or deep skillet
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Grater (for ginger)
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Mixing bowl (for yogurt)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thigh cut into 1-1½ inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 large tomatoes finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder use store-bought or homemade garam masala
  • ½-¾ teaspoon salt adjust as per taste
  • ½ cup yogurt whisked
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped for garnish
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds; let them sizzle.
    Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds; let them sizzle.
  • Add chopped onions, sauté until golden brown.
    Add chopped onions, sauté until golden brown.
  • Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1–2 minutes.
    Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for 1–2 minutes.
  • Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste; cook until soft and oil separates.
    Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste; cook until soft and oil separates.
  • Mix in all ground spices and cook for another 2 minutes.
    Mix in all ground spices and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken pieces and cook until sealed and lightly browned.
  • Stir in whisked yogurt and water, simmer for 15–20 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
    Perfect Masala Chicken Recipe in 50 Mins! Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 496mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 760IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg