Kadai Chicken Masala Fry

Kadai Chicken Masala Fry is a flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked in a spicy, rich masala. This easy-to-make recipe brings the essence of Indian street food to your dining table while being high in protein.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat oil in a kadai or deep pan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
3. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned.
5. Mix in the chopped tomatoes, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes break down and the oil starts to separate, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Add the diced green bell pepper and garam masala, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the bell pepper is slightly tender.
7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle building and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from spices that may help reduce inflammation.

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