Lasooni Murgh (Garlic Flavored Spicy Chicken)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped garlic
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, pepper, cilantro, and garlic. Mix well to coat the chicken.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
4. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Serve hot with rice, naan bread, or your favorite Indian sides.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 calories per serving
• Fat: 13 grams
• Protein: 28 grams
• Carbohydrates: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy chicken with a flavorful garlic and spice blend
• Authentic Indian flavors that are slightly adapted to American tastes
• Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious! The garlic flavor is perfectly balanced with the other spices, and the chicken is so tender and juicy."
• "I'm not a huge fan of Indian food, but this dish was really impressive. It's flavorful but not too spicy, and it goes perfectly with rice or naan."
• "This is a great recipe for a crowd-pleasing dish. It's easy to make and always gets rave reviews from my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
• If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large skillet.
• Serve the chicken with your favorite Indian sides, such as rice, naan bread, or a vegetable curry.