Description
Aromatic Chicken Bhuna with Tomatoes and Spices is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with a rich blend of spices and tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
- Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking until the tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine all the spices with the tomato mixture.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to brown slightly.
- Pour in the water, bring to a simmer, and cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a thicker sauce, uncover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, stir in 1/4 cup of coconut milk during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Serve with steamed basmati rice or warm naan for a complete meal.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the red chili powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg