Chicken In Gravy (Indian-Punjabi Style) Recipe

Name: Chicken In Gravy (Indian-Punjabi Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 2 tablespoons ghee; 8 chicken legs; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 1 -2 onion, chopped fine; 2 tablespoons ginger; 1 small tomatoes, cut in pieces; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon garam masala; 1 tablespoon powdered turmeric (haldi); 1 -2 green chili pepper, deseeded and chopped; 1 cup water

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons ghee
8 chicken legs
1 teaspoon cumin seed
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 onion, chopped fine
2 tablespoons ginger
1 small tomatoes, cut in pieces
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon powdered turmeric (haldi)
1 -2 green chili pepper, deseeded and chopped
1 cup water

1
Clean chicken with skin removed.
2
In a dutch oven pot heat 2 tbs oil and 2 tbs ghee on medium heat, add cumin seeds.
3
Wait for the cumin to start to turn color, then add onions, and saute for approx 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for another 5 minutes or until the onions are browned.
4
Add tomato paste, chopped tomato, turmeric, garam masala, green chili, and about 1 cup of water.
5
Cook mixture for approx 5 minutes.
6
Add chicken and mix well.
7
Cover and cook on low to medium-low heat for about 40 minutes or until chicken is tender.
8
Gravy should not be watery; should be a thicker gravy, like a stew. Add coriander for garnish.

626

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons ghee, 8 chicken legs, 1 teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Chicken In Gravy (Indian-Punjabi Style) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken In Gravy (Indian-Punjabi Style)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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