5 from 48 votes
Chicken Masala
Chicken Masala features chicken drumsticks simmered in a spiced tomato and onion base infused with garlic, green chili, and aromatic spices like garam masala and dried fenugreek leaves. The dish develops a rich, savory flavor with a balance of heat and earthiness from the combination of turmeric, cumin, and chilli powder. Cooking the chicken covered allows the meat to absorb the masala, resulting in tender pieces that pair well with naan bread to soak up the sauce.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings:
6
Calories:
342 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine:
Indian, Pakistani
Ingredients
- 100 ml olive oil
- 2 onion
- 3 tomato
- 1 kg chicken Drumsticks
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp turmeric powder Haldi
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic paste
- 1 green chili
- 1 tsp cumin seeds Jeera
- 1 tsp fenugreek leaves Methi, dried
- Coriander
Instructions
- In a pan add the olive oil and heat up for 1-2 minutes on medium heat until hot
- Add the finely sliced onions and cook the onions for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned – make sure that the oil is hot before the onions are added as this will allow the onions to soften properly
- Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for a further 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are soft
- Add the salt, garlic paste, chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala and the finely chopped green chillies then cook the spices for 5 minutes ensuring that you add some water so that the spices do not burn
- Add the chicken drumsticks and coat with the masala before covering with a lid and allowing to cook for 20-30 minutes – you can use whole chicken or other parts of the chicken if you prefer
- Add the crushed cumin seeds, dried fenugreek leaves and freshly chopped coriander then cook for 2-3 minutes
- Serve with naan bread and enjoy!
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Notes
- Use whole or other chicken parts if preferred instead of drumsticks.
- Ensure the oil is hot before adding onions for proper softening and browning.
- Add water while cooking spices to prevent burning and to develop flavor.
- Serve with naan bread to enjoy the masala sauce fully.
Nutrition Information
Calories
342kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
28g
(43%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
60mg
(20%)
Sodium
480mg
(20%)
Potassium
382mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
773IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Vitamin D
0.2µg
(1%)
Calcium
32mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 342kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 480mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 382mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 773IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.