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Chicken Saag Recipe
Chicken saag represents classic Indian dish combining chicken with spinach, aromatic spices, and sour cream, perfectly served with basmati rice. This traditional preparation showcases how protein and greens can be combined to create nutritionally complete and flavorful meals. The classic Indian status ensures authentic preparation methods that honor traditional techniques and flavor combinations. This chicken and spinach combination provides balanced nutrition while aromatic spices create complex flavors that make healthy eating exciting. The basmati rice pairing completes the meal while providing the perfect base for absorbing the rich, flavorful sauce that makes saag so beloved.
Chicken saag is a classic Indian dish made with chicken, spinach, spices, and sour cream. Serve with basmati rice.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
2 pounds fresh spinach, rinsed and chopped
¼ cup water
2 large onions, minced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 cardamom pods
2 whole cloves
1 tablespoon water, if needed
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon garam masala
6 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons butter
Directions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add chicken pieces and cook until browned, about 8 minutes per side. Set chicken aside.
Place spinach into a large pot with 1/4 cup of water; bring to a boil, cover, and remove from heat. Allow spinach to steam for about 10 minutes; transfer into a blender and pulse until very finely chopped. Set spinach aside.
Place onions, garlic, and ginger into the skillet; fry over medium heat, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Pour in tomatoes, ground coriander, salt, cayenne pepper, turmeric, cardamom, and cloves; stir in 1 tablespoon water, and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes.
Pour in milk and stir to combine. Add browned chicken pieces; bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in spinach and garam masala; cook until spinach starts to stick to the skillet, about 15 minutes.
Stir in sour cream and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in butter.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 450 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 18g | Carbs |
| 39g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 450 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 42% |
| Cholesterol 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium 736mg | 32% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 22% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin C 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium 242mg | 19% |
| Iron 7mg | 39% |
| Potassium 1474mg | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
