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Garam Masala Chicken

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"This is a wonderful light chicken dish. It adds a taste of exotic to an everyday meal. Quick and easy to make, and very tasty! I had it tonight and was wowed! This is the best light chicken dish I have ever had." — breezermom

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1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (3 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes

1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons garam masala, divided

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Directions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the hot oil and cook until browned on one side, about 3 minutes. Flip the chicken and add the onions; cook another 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, garlic salt, and water to the chicken; stir. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoon garam masala. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garam masala through the mixture. Raise heat to medium and bring mixture to a boil. Cook until the chicken no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 30 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 30, 2010

This was so easy to make and tasted great! I cut the chicken into cubes, used about 3 tsp garam masala, used a white onion instead of green onions, and also added peas like other reviewers. Then I served it over white rice. Oh, and I also added some extra salt too. I found a pre-made garam masala spice at my local health food store in the bulk spice section and that is what I used. This was my first attempt at an Indian inspired dish and was very happy with the results! Will definitely make again!

—KARISSAM

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 17, 2009

I think I'll stick to my regular Indian dishes. Having only the garam masala--and too much of it at that--made this a little bitter. I realize this is a light dish, but it still seemed to be missing something. Maybe basmati rice would help balance things.

—Old Mumsy

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Jun 09, 2009

Garam Masala is an Indian spice blend, there are several recipes for it on Allrecipes - it's also available commercially. I used a commercial variety. Although I don't think this is a very authentic Indian recipe, it' still very tasty. I think the author could have added that it should be served with basmati rice because it just doesn't make it alone. I made it just as written (but served it with rice), next time I'll add something to it - maybe green peas would be a good addition. Hubby gave it a 4 and I agree. It's a good way to use boneless chicken and is relatively low fat. I thought it was very, very good, but it's not "the best light chicken dish I ever had".

—DinnerDiva

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Mar 15, 2010

Agree this is an excellent, simple and quick base alone or to add to. To enhance: suggest carrots and onions, and to enhance flavor use chicken broth instead of water and add some ginger. To kick it up, add some red pepper. The Basmati rice is a must, and cooking in clay pot on 400 for about 45 minutes soaked in the flavors.

—Rob

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Jul 10, 2009

I added the peas, as many suggested, and my family - not particularly versed in indian food ( I was breaking them in easy) - LOVED it. Thanks!

—Sonnie

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Feb 28, 2011

I thoroughly enjoyed this recipe and took the advice of others to add a few peas. I served it over Jasmin rice and it was so flavorful! Will definitely make this again. Very simple to put together, too!

—Charlee

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Jun 25, 2009

Added peas and rice and I thought it was really easy and yummy!

—dmbinmyhead

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Jun 09, 2009

I couldn't find Garam Masala at my grocery store, so ended up using a random Indian spice mix that sounded similar. Not sure how similar it was to Garam Masala. I also ended up using fire diced tomato's because that was all that i had it my cupboard. So i am not sure how similar to the original recipe it ended up being! Regardless, it was very tasty and i will definitely make it again! I would agree with the above reviewer in saying that it would be good with rice as well.

—Will

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Nutrition

Calories
158 kcal
8%

Carbohydrates
7.6 g
2%

Cholesterol
49 mg
16%

Fat
4.9 g
8%

Fiber
2.6 g
11%

Protein
21.4 g
43%

Sodium
523 mg
21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Garam Masala Chicken

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 158
** Calories from Fat: 44

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 4.9g 8 %
** Saturated Fat 0.8g 4 %
** Cholesterol 49mg 16 %
** Sodium 523mg 21 %
** Potassium 546mg 15 %
** Total Carbohydrates 7.6g 2 %
** Dietary Fiber 2.6g 11 %
** Protein 21.4g 43 %
** Sugars 3.1g
** Vitamin A 23 %
** Vitamin C 35 %
** Calcium 8 %
** Iron 17 %
** Thiamin 13 %
** Niacin 110 %
** Vitamin B6 38 %
** Magnesium 16 %
** Folate 28 %

* 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.