A version of the popular Indian dish.
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut in cubes
- 2 tbsp. oil
- 1 onion
- 2 slices ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cup unsalted crushed tomato
- 1⁄2 cup yogurt
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. garam masala
- 1⁄4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
1⁄2 cup cilantro, chopped
Fragrant Basmati Rice
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1⁄2 tsp. turmeric
- 11⁄2 cup water
- 1 cardamom pod
- 1 cinnamon stick
Chicken
1. Puree onion, ginger and garlic in blender.
2. Heat 1 tbsp oil. Brown pureed mixture, cumin, cayenne pepper (optional) and garam masala.
3. Add tomatoes, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Stir in yogurt and reduce heat to low, simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. Heat 1 tbsp oil, add chicken, cook until lightly browned.
Stir in a few spoonfuls of sauce, and simmer until liquid has reduced, and chicken is no longer pink. Stir cooked chicken into sauce. Add Cilantro.
6. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes on low heat. Stir occasionally.
Fragrant Basmati Rice
Heat oil in sauce pan. Add rice and spices and toast slightly. Add water. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
- Calories: 214 KCal
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fibre: 2 g
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Sodium: 51 mg
- Phosphorus: 130 mg
- Potassium: 419 mg
Servings per recipe: 4
Serving size: 245 g
1.28 protein
1.5 starch
1 vegetable
What is one exchange?
- 1 Protein Choice = 1oz of meat or 7g of dietary protein
- 1 Starch Choice = about 15g of carbohydrates
- 1 Fruit or Vegetable Choice = ½ cup
- 1 Milk Choice = ½ cup
When does one add the 2nd teaspoon of garam massala?
I would say add the 2nd tsp of garam massala with the coriander as I did. Bought microwave rice for ease and i must say it’s delicious!
We’re so glad to hear you liked the recipe! Thanks for pointing out the missing information regarding the garam masala. We’ll review the recipe and make the appropriate correction.