Garam Masala-Crusted Chicken with Fig Jus Recipe

Name: Garam Masala-Crusted Chicken with Fig Jus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon garam masala (see Note); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; Two 3 1/2-pound chickens; Salt; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 8 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon tamarind paste (see Note); 4 dried Black Mission figs, stemmed and quartered; 1/4 cup honey; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 450.
2
In a small bowl, mix the garam masala with the oil.
3
In a roasting pan, rub the chickens all over with the garam masala oil and season with salt.
4
Roast the chickens for 15 minutes.
5
Reduce the oven temperature to 350 and continue roasting for 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting twice.
6
Return the oven temperature to 450 and crisp.
7
Transfer the chickens to a carving board and let them rest for about 10 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the chicken stock with the garlic and tamarind paste and bring to a boil over high heat.
9
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the garlic is very soft, about 40 minutes.
10
Strain the stock through a coarse sieve and press the garlic through.
11
Stir in the figs and honey, cover and let steep until the figs are tender, about 10 minutes.
12
Carve the chicken.
13
Reheat the fig jus, season with salt and pepper and serve with the chicken.

641

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Carbs

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon garam masala (see Note), 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, Two 3 1/2-pound chickens, Salt, and more.

Yes, Garam Masala-Crusted Chicken with Fig Jus 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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Garam Masala-Crusted Chicken with Fig Jus

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Variations & substitutions

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