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Healthy Indian Spiced Chicken
5 from 12 votes

Healthy Indian Spiced Chicken

Healthy Indian Spiced Chicken combines cubed chicken breast with an aromatic blend of Indian spices, including cumin, garam masala, turmeric, cinnamon, and chili flakes. The chicken simmers in a tomato paste and water base before finishing with Greek yogurt to add creaminess. The dish offers a balanced spicy flavor and moist texture, complemented by garnishes such as cilantro and almonds.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 307 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Pounds chicken breast cubed
  • 1 red onion
  • 4 garlic cloves or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 Tablespoons garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons Turmeric
  • 1-2 teaspoons red chili flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • basmati rice optional, serve with
  • naan bread optional, serve with
Garnish:
  • cilantro
  • almonds
  • Greek yogurt
  • garam masala Indian spice mix

Instructions

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  1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and saute for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger.
  2. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes. Add brown sugar, tomato paste, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, red chili flakes, and salt. Stir to coat chicken.
  3. Add water and stir. Cook for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in yogurt and heat for 2 minutes.
  5. Garnish with cilantro, almonds, and greek yogurt.

Nutrition Information

Calories 307kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 98mg (33%) Sodium 1060mg (44%) Potassium 783mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 320IU (6%) Vitamin C 6.4mg (7%) Calcium 60mg (6%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 307

% Daily Value*

Calories 307kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 1060mg 44%
Potassium 783mg 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 320IU 6%
Vitamin C 6.4mg 7%
Calcium 60mg 6%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.