Yogurt Chicken Masala

This masala dish marinates and cooks chicken thighs in a yogurt-based mixture of spices that can be easily prepped ahead for busy weeknights.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 246 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 6 chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
• 1 (2 inch) piece ginger, minced
• 2 fresh curry leaves, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Remove any skin and visible fat from chicken thighs. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 2

Place chicken thighs into a bowl; pour yogurt over chicken. Add onion, ginger, garlic, chili powder, and turmeric. Rub marinade well into the meat. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a wok. Add curry leaves and cumin seeds to flavor the oil; cook until seeds pop, 15 to 30 seconds. Add chicken and marinade to the wok and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until chicken thighs are no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. Season with salt.