Masala Chicken Recipe

Name: Masala Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken, washed,cleaned and cut into medium size pcs; 1 cup water; 2 small onions, sliced; 2 green cardamoms; 2 cloves; 1/2 inch cinnamon stick; 2 -3 tablespoons oil; salt; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; To be ground to a paste; 4 green chilies; 2 cups fresh coriander leaves, washed and chopped; 1 inch ginger; 2 cloves garlic

Servings: persons

1 kg chicken, washed,cleaned and cut into medium size pcs
1 cup water
2 small onions, sliced
2 green cardamoms
2 cloves
1/2 inch cinnamon stick
2 -3 tablespoons oil
salt
1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
To be ground to a paste
4 green chilies
2 cups fresh coriander leaves, washed and chopped
1 inch ginger
2 cloves garlic

1
Grind the ingredients for the paste and keep aside.
2
Heat oil in a non-stick wok.
3
Once its hot, toss in the cinnamon, cardamom and cloves.
4
Saute for 30 seconds.
5
Add the onion and stir-fry until it turns golden brown.
6
Add the chicken and fry for 5 minutes.
7
Then, add the ground paste.
8
Fry till the masala leaves the sides of the wok and the oil floats on top.
9
Add salt and water.
10
Cook the chicken until it is tender and the gravy thickens.
11
Add the pepper and garam masala powders.
12
Mix well and serve hot with naan or rotis or kulchas.
13
Enjoy!

920

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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: 1 kg chicken, washed,cleaned and cut into medium size pcs, 1 cup water, 2 small onions, sliced, 2 green cardamoms, and more.

Yes, Masala Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Masala Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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