Flavorful Punjabi Chicken Curry

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Flavorful Punjabi Chicken Curry brings the rich, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine to your table. This hearty recipe features tender chicken legs simmered in a thick, spiced gravy, perfect for pairing with rice, chapati, or roti. Adjust the heat with serrano peppers to suit your taste!

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Overview

This Punjabi chicken curry is a delightful dish featuring a thick, flavorful gravy with a balanced spicy kick. Perfectly seasoned with traditional Indian spices, this dish is best served over rice or with chapati or roti. Adjust the heat to your preference by adding more serrano peppers.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Indian

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 85 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) vegetable oil
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) ghee
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cumin seeds
• 1 Whole onion, minced
• 5 Cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh ginger root, minced
• 1 Cup water
• 1 Small tomato, sliced
• 1 Whole serrano chile pepper, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) tomato paste
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garam masala
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) turmeric, ground
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 8 Whole chicken legs, peeled
• 0.25 Cup fresh cilantro, minced

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil and ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and cook until they begin to change color.
2. Stir in the minced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and continue cooking until the onions are browned, about 5 more minutes.
3. Mix in the water, sliced tomato, minced serrano pepper, tomato paste, garam masala, turmeric, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add the chicken legs to the sauce, mixing gently to coat. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink near the bone, about 40 minutes.
5. Garnish with minced fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your spiced Punjabi chicken in rich gravy!

Enjoy your homemade Flavorful Punjabi Chicken Curry!