Kadai Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken thighs: 1.5 pounds
• Onion, sliced: 1 medium
• Ginger-garlic paste: 2 tablespoons
• Green bell pepper, sliced: 1 large
• Red bell pepper, sliced: 1 large
• Tomato, chopped: 1 large
• Kadai masala spice blend: 2 tablespoons
• Garam masala spice blend: 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth: 1 cup
• Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
• Cilantro, chopped: 1/4 cup
• Lemon wedges, for garnish: 8

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
3. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté onion and ginger-garlic paste until softened.
5. Add bell peppers and tomato and cook until softened.
6. Stir in kadai masala and garam masala and cook for 2 minutes.
7. Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
8. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
9. Stir in heavy cream and cilantro. Cook for 5 more minutes.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (about 8 ounces):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy and flavorful with a creamy texture
• Colorful and visually appealing
• A blend of Indian spices and flavors
• Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "Wow! This kadai chicken was incredible. The flavors were so rich and balanced."
• "I love the creamy texture and the tender chicken. It's the perfect combination of spicy and decadent."
• "This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times already and everyone raves about it."
• "The kadai masala blend really makes this dish shine. It's a unique and flavorful spice that I can't get enough of."
• "I like to serve this dish with naan bread or rice to soak up all the delicious sauce."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find kadai masala, you can use a combination of curry powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
• To reduce the heat, use less kadai masala or omit it altogether.
• You can also add other vegetables to this dish, such as potatoes, carrots, or peas.
• When cooking the chicken, be sure to cook it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Serve with a side of raita (yogurt-based sauce) to cool down the spiciness.