Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMonsoon Indian GrillChicken Saagwala Recipe

Chicken Saagwala Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Chicken sauteed with spices and spinach. A classic chicken dish

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Cooking Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Spinach

    Wash the spinach thoroughly and chop it coarsely. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Onions

    In a large skillet or pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Ginger

    Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-8 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Spices

    Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Mix well to coat the chicken in the spices.

  5. 7

    Add Tomato Puree

    Pour in the tomato puree, mixing it with the chicken and spices. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture is well combined.

  6. 8

    Add Spinach

    Gradually add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Stir and cook until the spinach wilts down, about 3-4 minutes.

  7. 9

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally.

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