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Easy Spicy Chicken

Easy Spicy Chicken

Spice up your dinner with this Easy Spicy Chicken recipe! Packed with bold flavors, it’s quick, versatile, and perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 10 grams fresh ginger peeled and julienned
  • 2 small chilies finely chopped, seeds removed
  • 600 grams boneless chicken breast or thighs, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 400 grams crushed tomatoes (1 can)
  • 5 grams fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet or wok
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sharp knife for chopping
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic, ginger, and chopped chilies for 30-40 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add cubed chicken to the skillet and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken turns opaque and browns slightly.
  3. Sprinkle in garam masala, cumin, and salt, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, bring to a boil, and let simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce reduces by about one-third.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and chili slices, then drizzle Greek yogurt on top before serving.
  6. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

You can use bone-in chicken for a richer flavor, and fresh diced tomatoes can be swapped for canned ones for a fresher taste.
Don’t skip the fresh cilantro; it adds brightness to the dish.
This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
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