Best Ever Chicken Balti Recipe

Name: Best Ever Chicken Balti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 3 tablespoons tomato puree; 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander; 2 tablespoons mango chutney; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 4 tablespoons oil; 2 green chilies, chopped; 2 tablespoons single cream

Servings: persons

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons tomato puree
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
2 tablespoons mango chutney
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 tablespoons oil
2 green chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons single cream

1
Blend together the tomato puree, yoghurt, garam masala, chili powder, garlic, mango chutney, salt and sugar.
2
Heat oil and add tomato mixture-cook for approx 2 minutes-stirring occasionally.
3
Add chopped chicken and a little cold water,and continue to cook until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
4
Add chilies, coriander and cream, stir in well and cook for a few minutes more. If the sauce is a little thick just add water to achieve your preferred consistency.
5
Serve with boiled rice and/or naan bread.
6
N.B-This freezes well-sometimes I just make the sauce up and freeze little tubs of it.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Chicken Balti falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Best Ever Chicken Balti

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Variations & substitutions

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