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Garam masala chicken recipe video

Garam Masala Chicken

Flavorful chicken loaded with the flavorful classic Indian spice mix, garam masala!
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Course: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Author :Nish Kitchen
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 6 large approximately 1 kg chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala homemade or store bought
  • 3 large potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1 large onion halved
  • 1 large carrot cut into large pieces
  • 1 large bell pepper capsicum, cut into large slices
  • 4 garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 lemon halves
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Coriander cilantro leaves and lemon wedges, to garnish
  • Mint chutney or mango chutney to serve
  • Crusty bread naan or rice, to serve
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place chicken in a large bowl. Add garam masala. Coat chicken with the spice mix. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Let chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if time permits. 
  • Preheat oven to 220 C or 430 F and set oven rack to middle position.
  • Arrange potatoes, onions, carrots, bell peppers (capsicum), garlic, lemon and rosemary in a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken atop the vegetables.
  • Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake until the chicken thighs are browned and register 165 F or 74 C on an instant-read thermometer, about 40-45 minutes.
  • Measure temperature in the center of the thickest part of the thighs.
  • Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with coriander (cilantro) leaves and lemon wedges.
  • Serve with crusty bread, naan or rice. 

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Notes

  • Chicken - I opted for skinless, boneless chicken thighs. However, skin-on, bone-in thighs impart maximum flavor. Apart from thighs, you can also use drumsticks or even whole chicken in this recipe. Just make sure you adjust the cooking time. 
  • Variation - If you love a bit of sweetness with chicken, add sliced apples, pears or nectarines.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 857kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 250mg | Sodium: 607mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 10g