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Chicken Rogan Josh

Savory Chicken Rogan Josh that Warms Your Soul

A delightful Chicken Rogan Josh recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a warm, aromatic hug for your senses.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: aromatic dish, Chicken Rogan Josh, comfort food, curry, easy recipe, spicy chicken
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients

For the Spice Blend

  • 2 tablespoons Kashmiri chili
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

For the Chicken

  • 8 ounces boneless chicken cut into chunks

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup yogurt room temperature
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For Garnish

  • 1-2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons of Kashmiri chili powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander, and 1 teaspoon of turmeric. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add 8 ounces of boneless chicken, cut into chunks, and sear for about 5-7 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Reduce heat to low and mix in 1 cup of yogurt, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in 1 cup of water and sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover the pot and cook for approximately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Check chicken for tenderness, then sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garam masala and stir well.
  • Garnish with 1-2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander and serve warm.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the Chicken Rogan Josh rest after cooking. Pair with basmati rice or naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg