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Chicken Bhuna Masala

by Nabeela Kauser
A vibrant Chicken Bhuna Masala with tender chicken cooked in a rich, thick masala. Deeply spiced and full of flavour, perfect with naan or steamed rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Pakistani
Servings 4
Calories 356 kcal

Ingredients

  • 750 g Chicken
  • 50 ml Oil
  • 2 Onions finely sliced
  • 3 Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tsp Ginger Paste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Paste
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Chilli Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 2 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Paprika Powder
  • 2 Green Chilli slit
  • 1 handful Fresh Coriander chopped
  • 100 ml Water

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat until hot.
  • Add sliced onions and fry for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
  • Stir in grated ginger and garlic and cook for 2 minutes until aromatic.
  • Add tomatoes, red chilli powder, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 5–7 minutes until oil separates.
  • Add chicken and coat thoroughly with masala. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add 100 ml water, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender.
  • Add garam masala and green chillies. Cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 19gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 738mgPotassium: 526mgFibre: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1156IUVitamin C: 23mgVitamin D: 0.2µgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken, Comfort Food, Curry, One Pot Meal, Spicy
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