Kadai Chicken Masala
A rich, aromatic chicken curry with a glossy, spiced sauce. This home-style version uses a handful of everyday ingredients to deliver deep, warming flavor in under an hour.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion
- 2 medium tomato
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp coriander
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1.5 lb chicken thighs, season with salt, and sear until golden on both sides, about 6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 2
In the same pan, add 1 sliced onion and cook until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add 2 chopped tomatoes and 1 tsp salt. Cook until tomatoes break down and turn jammy, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in 2 tsp garam masala and 1 tsp ground coriander. Cook for 1 minute until spices are fragrant.
- 5
Return chicken to the pan, add 1/2 cup water, and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- 6
Serve hot with rice or naan.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- knife
- cutting board
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