Chicken Methi ( Chicken With Dried Fenugreek Leaves

Name: Chicken Methi ( Chicken With Dried Fenugreek Leaves)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 750 g chicken; 2 bay leaves; 2 -3 cardamom pods; 1 tablespoon garam masala powder; 2 cups onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons garlic paste; 2 tablespoons ginger paste; 2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped; 1 cup yogurt; 2 tablespoons dried fenugreek leaves (Kasoori Methi); 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 tablespoon coriander powder; 1 tablespoon coriander leaves (chopped); salt; 2 tablespoons oil

Servings: persons

750 g chicken
2 bay leaves
2 -3 cardamom pods
1 tablespoon garam masala powder
2 cups onions, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic paste
2 tablespoons ginger paste
2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped
1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons dried fenugreek leaves (Kasoori Methi)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon coriander leaves (chopped)
salt
2 tablespoons oil

1
Clean, skin, wash and cut chicken into medium sized pieces.
2
Peel, wash and chop onions. Peel and chop ginger. Remove stem, wash and chop green chillies.
3
Heat oil in a pan. Add whole garam masala and bay leaves. Saute until cardamoms starts to crackle.
4
Add chopped onions and cook until translucent and soft. Make sure to stir continuously. Add chopped ginger, garlic paste, turmeric powder, coriander powder and chopped green chillies. Saute for a minute.
5
Add chicken pieces and beaten yogurt and cook on a high heat for 7-8 minutes. Add kasoori methi, garam masala powder, chopped fresh coriander, salt and three fourths cup of water. Cover the pan and cook on a low heat for ten minutes.
6
Serve hot.

480

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 750 g chicken, 2 bay leaves, 2 -3 cardamom pods, 1 tablespoon garam masala powder, and more.

Yes, Chicken Methi ( Chicken With Dried Fenugreek Leaves) 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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Chicken Methi ( Chicken With Dried Fenugreek Leaves)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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