Indian Tomato Chicken

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Chicken pieces coated with many fragrant spices like turmeric, cardamom and cloves, then simmered in a tomato sauce. This dish is a family favorite. I have also taken it to potlucks and served it to guests in my home. Everyone asks for the recipe. It is a great slow cooker meal, too.

Submitted by SHECOOKS2
Updated on September 17, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 slice fresh ginger root

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

  • 2 bay leaves

  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 6 skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed

Directions

  1. Place onion, garlic and ginger in a food processor and process into a paste. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add onion paste and saute, stirring continuously, for about 10 minutes.

  2. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves and nutmeg. Saute, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Place chicken pieces in skillet and stir them around with the spice mixture until they are well coated.

  3. Saute for another 4 minutes, then pour in the tomatoes with liquid and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 to 2 hours, or until the oil has separated from the liquid. Stir occasionally. (Note: If you simmer uncovered, the sauce will thicken; add water, or keep covered while simmering.)

    close up view of Indian Tomato Chicken over white rice on a plate
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

134 Calories
5g Fat
7g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 134
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 547mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 15g 29%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 363mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.