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Saag Chicken {Classic Spinach and Chicken Curry}

Family favorite Saag Chicken recipe with tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy spinach gravy, bursting with bold Indian flavors—perfect for a hearty, wholesome meal!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories: 368 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh spinach rinsed well
  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs skinless boneless, cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 medium yellow onion cut into quarters
  • 1 plum tomato cut into quarters
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 2 inch ginger root diced
  • 2 green chilies
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons coriander powder
  • 2½ teaspoons kosher salt
Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon Kasoori Methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
  • ¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

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  1. Heat 6 cups of water in a saucepan over high heat. Add the spinach and blanch just until the spinach wilts.
  2. Add 2 cups of ice and 2 cups of water to a bowl. Scoop out the spinach and add to the bowl with ice water.
  3. Squeeze out all the water from the spinach and add it to the blender. For a smoother sauce, blend the spinach thoroughly. For a more rustic texture, pulse the spinach until you get the desired texture.
  4. Blitz onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, and green chilies in a blender to make a coarse puree Note: Avoid blending into a smooth puree, as this can intensify the raw onion flavor and overpower the curry's balance.
  5. Heat ghee in a medium saucepan. Add cumin seeds and allow it to sizzle for 30 seconds.
  6. Add onion tomato puree, turmeric powder and coriander powder, half of the salt and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or just until the oil starts to separate.
  7. Add chicken, garam masala, and remaining salt and mix well. Cook covered on medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  8. Add pureed spinach and mix well. Cook until the curry comes to a gentle boil.
  9. Garnish with cream and Kasoori methi.

Nutrition Information

Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 135mg (45%) Sodium 1172mg (49%) Potassium 750mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 7416IU (148%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 108mg (11%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368

% Daily Value*

Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 135mg 45%
Sodium 1172mg 49%
Potassium 750mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 7416IU 148%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 108mg 11%
Iron 3mg 17%

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