Chicken Jalfrezi Dish (Printable Version)

Tender chicken and bell peppers simmered in a fragrant, spiced tomato sauce with fresh garnishes and rice.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Protein

01 - 500 g chicken breasts, chopped

→ Spices

02 - 1 tsp ground cumin
03 - 3 tsp ground coriander
04 - 3 tsp ground turmeric
05 - 2 tsp garam masala
06 - 1.5 tsp salt

→ Fats

07 - 1 tbsp sunflower oil
08 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 large onion, sliced
10 - 1 red chilli, sliced
11 - 1 green chilli, sliced
12 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
13 - 2 tsp minced ginger
14 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
15 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
16 - 1 sliced red onion (for garnish)

→ Tomato Base

17 - 400 g chopped tomatoes (canned)
18 - 1 tbsp tomato puree

→ Liquids

19 - 240 ml chicken stock

→ Accompaniments

20 - Pilau rice
21 - Fresh coriander (for garnish)
22 - Chilli flakes (for garnish)

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Combine chicken with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
02 - Heat sunflower oil and butter in a large frying pan over high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until sealed and lightly browned.
03 - Add sliced onion to the pan, reduce heat to low-medium, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
04 - Incorporate red and green chilli, minced garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring regularly.
05 - Stir in garam masala, turmeric, salt, cumin, and ground coriander to coat the onion mixture. Cook for another 2 minutes.
06 - Add bell peppers, chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, and tomato puree to the pan. Stir to combine thoroughly.
07 - Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
08 - Stir through fresh coriander. Serve hot with pilau rice, garnished with additional fresh coriander, chilli flakes, and sliced red onion.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Marinating chicken enhances flavor and tenderness.
02 - Adjust chilli quantities according to preferred spice level.
03 - Serve with pilau rice or boiled rice for a complete meal.

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