Indian Ground Chicken With Peas Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of India with this quick and easy ground chicken recipe, inspired by Madhur Jaffrey! Aromatic whole spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and bay leaves) infuse the tender chicken and sweet peas, creating a dish bursting with warmth and spice. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is ready in under 30 minutes. Don't forget to remove the whole spices before serving!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 416.9 kcal
Protein 88g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Indian Ground Chicken With Peas

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How to Make Indian Ground Chicken With Peas

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 green cardamom pods, and 2 bay leaves. Stir for a few seconds to toast the spices.
  3. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 inch ginger, grated. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add 1 pound ground chicken and break up any lumps. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir well to combine.
  7. Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 cup frozen peas, and 1/2 cup water.
  8. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Remove the cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, and bay leaves before serving.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro (optional) and serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

16g

Carbs

4g

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