INDIAN-SPICED CHICKEN WITH TOMATO AND CREAM

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This fragrant sauce calls for a mix of dried spices. If the ones you've got in the pantry smell musty or you can't remember when you bought them, restock.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Poultry     Tomato     Dinner     Lunch     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or vegetable oil
6 chicken legs (drumsticks with thighs; about 3 pounds)
Kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 tablespoons finely grated peeled ginger
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup canned tomato purée
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 pound small Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced 1/4" thick
Plain yogurt, torn fresh mint, and naan, flatbread, or cooked rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat ghee in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook chicken, skin side down, until golden brown (do not turn), 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add onion, garlic, and ginger to pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is very soft and golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Add tomato paste, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne, and cardamom and cook, stirring often, until tomato paste is beginning to darken, about 4 minutes.
  • Add chicken, broth, tomato purée, and cream to pot; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, skimming occasionally, until chicken is almost falling off the bone and liquid is slightly thickened, 1 1/2-2 hours.
  • Add potatoes to pot and cook, partially covered, until potatoes are fork-tender, chicken is falling off the bone, and liquid is thick enough to coat a spoon, 30-45 minutes. Remove skin and bones from chicken, if desired, and return meat to pot; season stew with salt and pepper.
  • Divide stew among bowls, top with yogurt and mint, and serve with naan, flatbread, or rice.
  • DO AHEAD: Stew can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.

Versaviya Tsyberman
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This dish is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


zubeyr Ahmed
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I'm not a fan of Indian food, but this dish was actually pretty good. The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Yasin gamer
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are simple. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a delicious meal.


Kakooza Edrine
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I love the addition of cream to this dish. It makes the sauce so creamy and delicious. I also love the use of Indian spices. They really give the dish a unique and flavorful taste.


AshMasterPlayz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some leftover roasted chicken and it was delicious. The sauce is flavorful and creamy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Andrew Sam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a delicious meal.


Kananelo Mongale
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This dish is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


Heba Kahled
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I'm not a fan of Indian food, but this dish was actually pretty good. The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


MiniMoni Mochi
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are simple. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and creamy. I served it with rice and it was a delicious meal.


Shahriear Sazzad
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I love the addition of cream to this dish. It makes the sauce so creamy and delicious. I also love the use of Indian spices. They really give the dish a unique and flavorful taste.


Afamag Penja
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some leftover roasted chicken and it was delicious. The sauce is flavorful and creamy, and the chicken is tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


md asif emon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a delicious meal.


Anand Hamirani
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


Jennifer Candelario
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I love this recipe! The chicken is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I usually serve it with rice or naan bread.


Wes Disabledland
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. The ingredients are simple and the instructions are clear. The end result is a delicious and flavorful chicken dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Rohaib Ijaz
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This dish is a keeper! The spices really shine through and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of cream, which makes the sauce extra creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Abu bakkor
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I served it with naan bread and it was a perfect meal. Highly recommend!


Nonhlanhla Gumbi
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I'm not usually a fan of Indian food, but this dish changed my mind. The spices were perfectly balanced and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again!


M Aslam Solangi
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This dish was an absolute delight! The flavors of the Indian spices blended perfectly with the tomato and cream, creating a rich and satisfying sauce. The chicken was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy. I served it over basmati rice and it was a