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Chicken Saag

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This Chicken Saag recipe brings the bold flavors of Indian cuisine to your home. Tender chicken chunks are cooked in a spiced spinach sauce with aromatic ingredients like garam masala, cumin, and ginger-garlic paste. Served with rice or naan, this dish offers a satisfying and healthy meal with a balance of savory, spicy, and earthy flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion!

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast, chopped into chunks

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons garam masala

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 small onion, diced

1 chili pepper, minced

2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste (see notes)

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground chili pepper

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 cup water

8 ounces baby spinach

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken chunks with salt and garam masala. Set aside.

  2. Cook the Spices: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and sauté for 30 seconds.

  3. Sauté Onions and Chilies: Add diced onion and minced chili pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

  4. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

  5. Spice it Up: Add tomato paste, coriander, cumin, chili powder, and turmeric. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes.

  6. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken chunks and cook for 5-6 minutes, until browned and cooked through.

  7. Add Water and Spinach: Pour in water and bring to a simmer. Add spinach in batches, allowing it to wilt into the sauce.

  8. Simmer: Let the Chicken Saag simmer for 5 minutes, adjusting the consistency with more water if needed.

  9. Serve: Remove from heat and serve over rice or with naan.

Notes

Ginger-Garlic Paste: You can buy it or make your own by blending equal parts ginger and garlic.

Frozen Spinach: You can substitute with frozen spinach, but make sure to thaw and drain it well before using.

Creamy Version: Add a few tablespoons of cream or coconut milk at the end for a creamier sauce.

Find it online: https://familydinnercooking.com/chicken-saag/