Chicken saag
Discover this delicious Chicken Saag recipe featuring tender chicken thighs simmered with aromatic spices, fresh spinach, and creamy Greek yogurt for a nutritious and flavorful meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner night!
- 10 May 2024
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 25 min
- 4 Servings
- 10 Ingredients
Chicken Saag is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich and creamy spinach sauce. This Indian-inspired recipe offers a perfect blend of spices and flavors, making it a wholesome and delightful meal. Follow the steps below to create this savory dish that's sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- Grate the ginger root.
- Wash and chop the spinach.
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the finely chopped onion.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger.
- Cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in the paprika and turmeric powder.
- Cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning the spices.
- Add the chopped spinach to the pan.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted and well mixed with the onion and spices, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken gravy.
- Add the cooked chicken pieces back into the pan.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Stir in the Greek yogurt until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve your Chicken Saag hot with rice, naan, or your favorite side dish.
Tips:
- Ensure your spinach is thoroughly washed to remove any grit or dirt before adding to the dish.
- For a thicker consistency, cook the sauce for a few extra minutes to let it reduce.
- Marinating the chicken thighs in some yogurt and spices for a few hours or overnight can enhance the flavor.
- If you like a bit of heat, consider adding a chopped green chili or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Serve Chicken Saag with steamed rice or warm naan bread for a complete meal.
Chicken Saag is not only a delightful and flavorsome dish but also a nutritious option, given its generous use of spinach and Greek yogurt. By following these steps, you can bring an authentic and mouth-watering Indian dish to your table. Enjoy your culinary creation and the compliments that are sure to follow.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 260 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 310kcal | 12% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 22g | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.13g | 6% |
| Sugar 4.05g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 27% |
| Saturated 6g | 20% |
| Cholesterol 100mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 150ug | 16% |
| Choline 60mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 0.14mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 0.34mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 5mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B6 0.54mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 0.84ug | 35% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 1.31mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K 150ug | 124% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 80mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.14mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.15mg | 20% |
| Magnesium, Mg 60mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus, P 240mg | 20% |
| Potassium, K 550mg | 16% |
| Selenium, Se 22ug | 41% |
| Sodium, Na 320mg | 21% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.83mg | 17% |
| Water | |
| Water 200g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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