Masala Chicken Recipe
This Masala Chicken recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce bursting with traditional Indian spices, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal any day of the week.
Equipment
- Large skillet or deep pan
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Whisk (for yogurt)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thigh cut into 1-1½ inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 2 large tomatoes finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder use store-bought or homemade garam masala
- ½-¾ teaspoon salt adjust as per taste
- ½ cup yogurt whisked
- 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped for garnish
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste; cook until oil separates.
- Mix in ground coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until they turn white on all sides.
- Stir in whisked yogurt and water; simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
