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Palak Chicken Recipe

A delicious and nutritious Indian dish made with chicken and spinach, flavored with spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Spinach
  • 500 grams boneless chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 300 grams fresh spinach washed and chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 cup water for cooking

Method
 

Prepare the Spinach Puree
  1. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and cool it in ice water.
  2. Blend the cooled spinach with a little water to make a smooth puree.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute.
  4. Add chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink.
Combine and Simmer
  1. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt to the chicken. Mix well.
  2. Stir in the spinach puree and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Add garam masala and mix well. Cook for another 5 minutes.
Serve
  1. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of cream before serving.

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