Chicken Jalfrezi
Chicken Jalfrezi is a delicious and popular dish originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is a flavorful and aromatic stir-fry made with marinated chicken cooked alongside a colorful medley of bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of spices. It's a wonderful combination of tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a rich, tangy sauce. Chicken Jalfrezi is often enjoyed with steamed rice or naan bread.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1- inch ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro leaves chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they start to brown, stirring occasionally.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and diced tomatoes to the pan, and continue to cook for a few minutes until the vegetables soften slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, paprika, garam masala, salt, and black pepper. Then, add the spice mixture to the pan and stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken jalfrezi simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, naan bread, or your choice of side dish.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 247kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 38g (76%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 109mg (36%)Sodium: 788mg (34%)Potassium: 995mg (28%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 1652IU (33%)Vitamin C: 78mg (95%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
