Indian Pepper Chicken Roast In Cast Iron Skillet

1. 1

   For the Green Marinade-Grind together black pepper, cilantro, cumin seeds and green chilies to a coarse mixture(not too fine paste).

2. 2

   Now marinate the chicken pieces in the green marinade along with some turmeric for about 20 mins or overnight.

3. 3

   In a cast iron skillet, heat some oil and add, the minced ginger and garlic and curry leaves.Let the curry leaves splutter.

4. 4

   Once the ginger and garlic get slightly browned, add the onion slices and saute well.

5. 5

   Add a pinch of salt to speed the browning of onions.

6. 6

   Once the onions are well sauteed, add the marinated chicken pieces and mix well.

7. 7

   Cover with a glass lid and cook for about 10 mins.

8. 8

   Now remove the lid and let it cook. Keep stirring in between so that it doesn't stick to the bottom of the skillet.

9. 9

   Add little water if needed and cook dry like a stir-fry.

10. 10

    Chicken pieces should turn slightly golden brown.

11. 11

    Check salt in between and sprinkle gram masala towards the end.

12. 12

    Serve hot garnished with chopped cilantro.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.