Green Chicken Masala Recipe

Name: Green Chicken Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cilantro leaves; 1 cup mint leaves; 1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk; Kosher salt; Basmati rice, for serving

Servings: persons

2 cups cilantro leaves
1 cup mint leaves
1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 onion, finely chopped
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
Kosher salt
Basmati rice, for serving

1
In a blender, combine the cilantro, mint, jalapeno, garlic, lemon juice and water and puree until smooth.
2
In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil.
3
Add the onion and cook over moderately high heat, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the chicken and turmeric and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden in spots, about 7 minutes.
5
Add the cinnamon, cardamom and cloves and cook for 1 minute.
6
Add the cilantro puree and coconut milk, season with salt and bring to a boil.
7
Simmer over low heat until the sauce is slightly reduced and the chicken is tender, about 15 minutes.
8
Serve with basmati rice.

656

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cilantro leaves, 1 cup mint leaves, 1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Green Chicken Masala 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.

Green Chicken Masala

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