Kadai Chicken

Name: Kadai Chicken
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 large, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 inch, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Green chilies', 'amount': '2, slit'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato', 'amount': '2 medium, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Capsicum (bell pepper)', 'amount': '1 large, sliced (any color)'}; {'ingredient': 'Chicken', 'amount': '500 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Turmeric powder', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Red chili powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Coriander powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Kadai masala', 'amount': '2 teaspoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garam masala', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh coriander leaves', 'amount': 'for garnish, chopped'}

Kadai Chicken is a vibrant and spicy dish that hails from the heart of India, renowned for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. Traditionally cooked in a 'kadai' (a deep, wok-like pan), this dish features succulent pieces of chicken simmered with colorful bell peppers and a medley of spices that excite the palate. Perfectly paired with naan or steamed basmati rice, Kadai Chicken makes for a delightful meal that brings the essence of Indian cuisine to your table. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also tells a story of family gatherings and festive celebrations in Indian households.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Oil (3 tablespoons)
Onion (1 large, finely chopped)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 inch, grated)
Green chilies (2, slit)
Tomato (2 medium, chopped)
Capsicum (bell pepper) (1 large, sliced (any color))
Chicken (500 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces)
Salt (to taste)
Turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon)
Red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Coriander powder (1 teaspoon)
Cumin powder (1 teaspoon)
Kadai masala (2 teaspoons)
Garam masala (1 teaspoon)
Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish, chopped)

Instructions

Heat oil in a kadai or deep skillet over medium heat until hot.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Incorporate the grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chilies. Sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the mixture and cook until they soften and become mushy, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and kadai masala. Mix thoroughly to combine all the spices.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are sealed and lightly browned on all sides.
Fold in the sliced bell peppers and season with salt. Mix well to coat the chicken and vegetables with the spices.
Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Once cooked, sprinkle garam masala over the dish and add chopped coriander leaves. Mix gently to combine.
Serve hot garnished with more coriander leaves, alongside naan or rice.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 12g • Protein: 35g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 5g

Kadai Chicken

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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