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Chicken Dopiaza

Chicken, curry and tomatoes come together in this South Asian dish, fragrant with garam masala and cinnamon and simmered on the stove.

40 min · Serves 4 · Easy

Serves
4

Ingredients

Time
Prep 10 min · Cook 30 min · 40 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    In a large wok style pan place the oil, curry, garam masala, hot curry (if using) cinnamon and cumin.

  2. 2

    Over a low flame, heat spices 1 to 2 minutes, to allow the flavors to blend (don't allow mixture to smoke).

    2 min
  3. 3

    Add onions and saute over low flame until the onions are translucent (about 5 to 8 minutes).

    8 min
  4. 4

    Remove onions from pan with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add sliced chicken and garlic to the pan, along with salt & pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Saute chicken 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in the reserved onions, chicken broth and the chopped tomatoes with juice.

    7 min
  6. 6

    Bring to a low simmer and cook, uncovered 10 to 12 minutes, or until sauce is slightly reduced and thickens.

    12 min
  7. 7

    Serve along side Basmati rice and fresh naan.

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