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Chicken Sagoti

Cultural Context

Originating from North India, Chicken Sagoti is a beloved dish that showcases the rich flavors of spices combined with tender chicken and vibrant spinach. Traditionally enjoyed with naan or rice, it reflects the region's culinary heritage of using fresh greens in hearty meals. Today, Chicken Sagoti is popular in Indian restaurants worldwide, often adapted with varying levels of spice to suit different palates.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken
4 cups spinach
1 medium onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 green chili
2 medium tomato
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon garam masala
1/2 cup cream
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream

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1

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering

2

Add cumin seeds and sauté until they crackle

3

Stir in chopped onions and cook until golden brown

4

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; sauté until fragrant

5

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft

6

Stir in coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt; cook for a minute

7

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides

8

Pour in water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil

9

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes

10

Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted

11

Stir in garam masala and cream; mix well

12

Cook for an additional 5 minutes

13

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chicken SaagSaag Chicken

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