Boneless Chicken Masala | Weekend Dinners | Pakistani Recipes | Hina Barkat

boneless chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt has more protein and less sugar.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat while bell peppers are milder.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Mix in coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder; sauté for 2 minutes.

Add boneless chicken pieces and stir to coat with spices; cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.

Pour in yogurt and mix well, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add salt and water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.

Stir in garam masala and lemon juice; cook for 2 more minutes.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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