Kadhai Chicken Hassaini made easy with a Food Processor

Kadhai chicken hassaini is a spicy and flavorful Indian dish that originated from the northern region of India. It is traditionally prepared in a kadhai (wok) and is made by cooking chicken in a blend of aromatic spices and tomatoes. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make this delicious dish quickly and easily using a food processor.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Ingredients
3. Preparing the chicken
4. Making the kadhai masala
5. Cooking the chicken
6. Tips for making the perfect kadhai chicken hassaini
7. Serving suggestions
8. FAQs

Ingredients

For the chicken:

1. 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small cubes
2. 1 tablespoon ginger paste
3. 1 tablespoon garlic paste
4. 1/4 cup plain yogurt
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
7. 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

Preparing the chicken

1. Add the chicken breast cubes, ginger paste, garlic paste, yogurt, salt, turmeric, and red chili powder to a food processor.
2. Pulse the mixture until the chicken is coated in the spices and the yogurt is fully incorporated. Set aside.

Making the kadhai masala

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
2. Add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fennel seeds to the hot oil and cook for 30 seconds until they become fragrant.
3. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pan and cook until the onions are soft and translucent.
4. Add the ginger paste and garlic paste to the pan and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and cook until they start to break down and form a sauce.
6. Add the garam masala, salt, and red chili powder to the pan and stir to combine.
7. Add the chicken mixture to the pan and stir well to ensure that the chicken is coated in the kadhai masala.
8. Cover the pan and cook for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender

Cooking the chicken

1. Serve hot with rice, naan bread, or your favorite Indian side dishes.

Tips for making the perfect kadhai chicken hassaini

1. Use a good quality food processor to ensure that the chicken is evenly coated in the spices and yogurt.
2. Be sure to cook the chicken for the full 10-12 minutes to ensure that it is fully cooked and tender.
3. Adjust the spice level to your taste by adding more or less red chili powder.

Serving suggestions

Serve hot with rice, naan bread, or your favorite Indian side dishes.

FAQs

Can I use bone-in chicken for this recipe?

1. Yes, you can use bone-in chicken but you will need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Can I substitute Greek yogurt for plain yogurt?

1. Yes, you can use Greek yogurt instead of plainer

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