Chicken Saagwala Recipe
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
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Spinach
Wash the spinach thoroughly and chop it coarsely. Set aside.
Cooking
- 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.
- 4
- 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.
- 6
Add Spices
Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala. Mix well to coat the chicken in the spices.
- 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.
- 8
- 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.
