Easy Chicken Masala

Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Easy Chicken Masala
45 min.
6
568kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen! Our Easy Chicken Masala is not only gluten-free but also a delightful dish that promises to impress your family and friends. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a hearty meal that serves six, making it perfect for lunch or dinner gatherings.

This dish features tender pieces of chicken marinated in a rich blend of yogurt, garam masala, and fresh cilantro, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both aromatic and satisfying. The marinade infuses the chicken with a depth of flavor that is complemented by the sweet caramelization of onions during roasting. The result is a beautifully golden chicken that is juicy on the inside and bursting with spices.

Not only is this recipe easy to follow, but it also allows for some make-ahead convenience, as you can marinate the chicken a day in advance. This means less stress on the day of your gathering and more time to enjoy the company of your loved ones. Serve the chicken atop a bed of roasted onions, and don’t forget to spoon the delicious pan juices around for an extra touch of flavor.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this Easy Chicken Masala is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Get ready to savor the taste of India with every bite!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon garam masala 
  • large garlic clove pressed
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • small onion cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • pound roasting chickens cut into 8 pieces, backbone removed
  • cup yogurt plain

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • plastic wrap
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Mix yogurt, chopped cilantro, olive oil,garam masala, salt, and garlic in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
  2. Add chicken tomarinade, 1 piece at a time, coating allsides. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerateat least 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1day ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  3. Position racks in top third and bottomthird of oven; preheat to 400°F. Arrangeonions in thin layer on large rimmed bakingsheet to form bed for chicken. Top withchicken pieces in single layer, spacing apartfor even roasting (chicken will still be coatedwith marinade). Discard remaining marinade.
  4. Roast chicken on top rack until cookedthrough and juices run clear when thickestportion of thigh is pierced with knife, about1 hour.
  5. Serve chicken atop onion slices.Spoon pan juices around.
  6. * An Indian spice mixture; available in thespice section of many supermarkets and atIndian markets.
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories568kcal
Protein29.03%
Fat66.63%
Carbs4.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.83
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.42695624932%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.17mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:568.37kcal
28.42%
Fat:41.33g
63.59%
Saturated Fat:10.76g
67.24%
Carbohydrates:6.05g
2.02%
Net Carbohydrates:5.48g
1.99%
Sugar:4.14g
4.6%
Cholesterol:190.66mg
63.55%
Sodium:960.93mg
41.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.52g
81.04%
Vitamin B3:14.28mg
71.38%
Phosphorus:436.19mg
43.62%
Vitamin B12:2.43µg
40.57%
Selenium:27.27µg
38.96%
Vitamin A:1909.26IU
38.19%
Vitamin B6:0.76mg
38.16%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.29%
Vitamin B5:2.55mg
25.47%
Zinc:3.27mg
21.82%
Iron:3.18mg
17.65%
Folate:67.16µg
16.79%
Potassium:576.57mg
16.47%
Magnesium:52.35mg
13.09%
Calcium:110.6mg
11.06%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.8%
Vitamin C:7.73mg
9.37%
Copper:0.15mg
7.56%
Vitamin E:1.03mg
6.86%
Vitamin K:6.46µg
6.16%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.25%
Fiber:0.58g
2.3%
Source:Epicurious