Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe

Name: Chicken Jalfrezi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tbsp ghee (use olive oil for a healthier option); 750 grams chicken breast pieces ( I prefer to use meat on the bone, so I used chicken legs); 3 tsp turmeric powder; 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tbsp ginger paste ( you can use powder instead); 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp coriander powder; bunch of chopped coriander leaves; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 fresh green chillies, slit lengthways, plus 1 for garnish, Optional; 5 tomatoes, roughly chopped; 1 lemon, juice only; pinch of salt; 40 grams butter

Servings: persons

5 tbsp ghee (use olive oil for a healthier option)
750 grams chicken breast pieces ( I prefer to use meat on the bone, so I used chicken legs)
3 tsp turmeric powder
3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tbsp ginger paste ( you can use powder instead)
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp coriander powder
bunch of chopped coriander leaves
1 large onion, chopped
2 fresh green chillies, slit lengthways, plus 1 for garnish, Optional
5 tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 lemon, juice only
pinch of salt
40 grams butter

1
Heat the oil in a pan, fry the onion and garlic over a low to medium heat for about 4-6 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft.
2
In a separate bowl mix the chilli powder, turmeric and salt together.
3
Combine well.
4
Add the chicken to the powder and mix well to coat all the chicken.
5
Then add the chicken to the pan and fry for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and it has cooked through.
6
Add in the tomatoes, green chillies (if using), ginger, coriander powder and leaves and cumin into the pan.
7
Reduce the heat to low to medium until it is simmering.
8
Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
9
Stirring occasionally.
10
Add a splash of water when the mixture becomes too dry.
11
Mix in the butter and add the lemon juice to taste.
12
Plate the chicken onto a dish and serve with either rice or boiled potatoes.
13
With a naan bread on the side and a few lime or lemon wedges.
14
If you like garnish with more fresh chopped coriander and the sliced green chilli.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tbsp ghee (use olive oil for a healthier option), 750 grams chicken breast pieces ( I prefer to use meat on the bone, so I used chicken legs), 3 tsp turmeric powder, 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Jalfrezi 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.

Chicken Jalfrezi

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