Chicken Patiala

Chicken Patiala is a delicious Punjabi dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a flavorful and aromatic gravy.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
• 2 green chilies, slit lengthwise (adjust according to spice preference)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 teaspoons red chili powder
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.
2. Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and sauté for a few seconds until they start to splutter.
3. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until the raw aroma disappears.
5. Add the tomato puree to the pan and cook until the oil separates from the mixture and the tomatoes are well cooked.
6. Now, add the chicken pieces to the pan and mix well with the onion-tomato mixture. Cook for a few minutes until the chicken is slightly browned.
7. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the chicken with the spices.
8. Pour in the yogurt and mix it into the curry. Cook for a couple of minutes to incorporate the flavors.
9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until it is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally.
10. Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and give it a final stir.
11. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
12. Serve the Chicken Patiala hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Chicken Patiala is a flavorful and hearty dish with succulent chicken pieces in a rich and aromatic gravy. The combination of spices and yogurt adds depth and complexity to the dish, making it a favorite in Punjabi cuisine. Enjoy the deliciousness of Chicken Patiala with your choice of bread or rice.