Ginger Chicken

Ginger Chicken

Tender chicken cooked in a fragrant ginger-tomato sauce with aromatic spices, perfect served over rice.

⏱ 35 minServes 4Indian

Ingredients

  • 800g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 400g canned tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • to taste salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large pan and add cumin seeds. Once they crackle, add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
  2. 2Add minced ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. 3Add turmeric and coriander powder. Mix and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. 4Add chicken pieces and cook on high heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly browned.
  5. 5Pour in canned tomatoes with their juice. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is partially cooked.
  6. 6Add yogurt and mix thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. 8Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot with steamed rice or naan.

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