How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken?

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, and more.

Is Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken?

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

Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken Recipe

Name: Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon fresh grated gingerroot or 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 2 (8 7/8 ounce) bags microwaveable Uncle Ben's Ready Rice (whole grain brown ready rice)

Try this homemade Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken recipe the whole family will love. Made with chicken thighs, onion, tomatoes and tomato paste. Easy…

This Easy Indian-Spiced Braised Chicken relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as tomato paste, garlic cloves, minced, ground coriander and ground cayenne pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 594 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

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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