Murgh Makhani Masala Recipe

Name: Murgh Makhani Masala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 tsp. each garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, and dried fenugreek leaves, divided; 3/4 tsp. each ground turmeric, and red chili powder or cayenne pepper, divided; 1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1/2 cup each thin green and red pepper strips Target 1 pkg For $2.99 thru 02/06; 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1/2 tsp. cumin seed; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes; 2/3 cup water; 1/2 cup Philadelphia Cream Cheese Product; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)

Servings: persons

1-1/2 tsp. each garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, and dried fenugreek leaves, divided
3/4 tsp. each ground turmeric, and red chili powder or cayenne pepper, divided
1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09
1 Tbsp. oil
1/2 cup each thin green and red pepper strips Target 1 pkg For $2.99 thru 02/06
1/2 cup thinly sliced onions King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1/2 tsp. cumin seed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
2/3 cup water
1/2 cup Philadelphia Cream Cheese Product
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)

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Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
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Mix 1 tsp.
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each garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin and fenugreek; and 1/2 tsp.
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each turmeric and chili powder until blended.
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Add to chicken in large bowl; toss to coat.
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Spread onto parchment-covered rimmed baking sheet.
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Bake 15 min.
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or until chicken is lightly browned.
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(Chicken will not be done.)
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Meanwhile, heat oil in large deep skillet on medium-high heat.
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Add peppers, onions and cumin seed; cook and stir 5 min.
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or until vegetables begin to soften, adding garlic for the last minute.
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Add tomatoes, water, cream cheese product and remaining dry seasonings; cook and stir 2 to 3 min.
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or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended.
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Stir in chicken; simmer 10 min.
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or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
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Top with fresh coriander.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 tsp. each garam masala, ground coriander, ground cumin, and dried fenugreek leaves, divided, 3/4 tsp. each ground turmeric, and red chili powder or cayenne pepper, divided, 1 lb. (450 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces Safeway 1 lb For $1.99 thru 02/09, 1 Tbsp. oil, and more.

Yes, Murgh Makhani 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.

Murgh Makhani Masala

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