Chicken handi recipe |Creamy chicken| After 8 with Sameera

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley adds freshness while being more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option while thighs are cheaper than breasts.

Heat cooking oil in a handi or deep pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes.

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

Add chicken pieces, coating them well with the spice mixture.

Pour in yogurt and mix thoroughly, cooking for 5 minutes.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Once chicken is tender, sprinkle garam masala and mix well.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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