Methi Malai Chicken

Methi Malai Chicken is a creamy and flavorful Indian dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with aromatic fenugreek leaves and a rich, buttery sauce. This dish strikes a perfect balance between health and indulgence, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Fresh methi (fenugreek leaves) - 50 grams, chopped
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Ginger-garlic paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Cooking oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
3. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and slit green chili, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced chicken pieces, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
5. Pour in the tomato puree and mix well, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Add the chopped methi leaves and mix into the chicken. Cook for another 3 minutes until the methi wilts.
7. Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Finish with garam masala and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Fenugreek leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals, promoting digestive health.
• Chicken is a great source of lean protein, supporting muscle maintenance and overall health.

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