Tomato Chicken Recipe
This Tomato Chicken is rich, aromatic, and gently spiced—perfect for a cozy, healthy meal. It’s packed with flavor, simple to make, and ideal for rice or naan pairings.
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Calories: 418kcal
Servings: 6
Equipment
- Large deep pan or skillet
- Chopping board and knife
- Blender or masher (optional, for tomatoes)
Ingredients
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 slice fresh ginger root
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 1 inch piece cinnamon stick
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 6 skinless chicken thighs
- 1 14.5 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep pan and sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until golden.
- Add cumin, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- Add crushed tomatoes, bay leaves, and a splash of water.
- Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 25–30 minutes.
- Stir occasionally until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.
- Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving.
- Garnish with fresh coriander if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 873mg | Potassium: 564mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 956IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 2mg