Methi Chicken

Methi Chicken

Tender chicken cooked with fresh fenugreek leaves in aromatic spices, creating a flavorful and herbaceous curry.

⏱ 40 minServes 4Indian

Ingredients

  • 750g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves, chopped
  • 2 medium onions, finely sliced
  • 3 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • to taste salt

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large pan and add cumin seeds; let them splutter for 30 seconds.
  2. 2Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. 4Add chicken pieces and cook on high heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt; cook for 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  6. 6Stir in yogurt and garam masala powder, then add the chopped methi leaves and mix well.
  7. 7Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through and methi is tender.
  8. 8Adjust seasoning and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

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