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Indian Tomato Chicken

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"Chicken pieces coated with many fragrant spices like turmeric, cardamom and cloves, then simmered in a tomato sauce. This dish is a family favorite. I have also taken it to potlucks and served it to guests in my home. Everyone asks for the recipe. It is a great slow cooker meal, too."
Indian Tomato Chicken Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 101 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  2 Hrs
READY IN  2 Hrs 15 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 slice fresh ginger root
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place onion, garlic and ginger in a food processor and process into a paste. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add onion paste and saute, stirring continuously, for about 10 minutes.
  2. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves and nutmeg. Saute, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes. Place chicken pieces in skillet and stir them around with the spice mixture until they are well coated.
  3. Saute for another 4 minutes, then pour in the tomatoes with liquid and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 to 2 hours, or until the oil has separated from the liquid. Stir occasionally. (Note: If you simmer uncovered, the sauce will thicken; add water, or keep covered while simmering.)
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 16, 2006 by TUNISIANSWIFE 
This was great! The only thing I did differently was not haul out the food processor for the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 8, 2007 by eljaustin 
I'm Indian, and this recipe is pretty darn authentic as far as the ingredients are concerned,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 21, 2008 by alo365 
I've made this several times now and my husband loves it. I've followed the advice of others... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 23, 2003 by JOSIE 
WEll, this was our Valentine dinner tonight. I've made so many other things this past week, I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 8, 2005 by Mark P 
Excellent. Has a beautiful spicy Indian flavor. May not be that authentic (?), but was very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 23, 2005 by PRECIOUSMH 
OMG this recipe was sooo tasty. Even though I had to improvise cause I didn't have turmeric (I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 21, 2003 by KANGHARUE 
Very good (and simple) tomato-type curry recipe. My husband, who normally doesn't like dishes... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 23, 2003 by Mollycurls77 
I braised this in the oven for the afternoon. A unigue and flavourful twist for cheap old... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 5, 2005 by adore 
This recipe is really great. If you like indian food without the heat factor, this recipe is it. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.49 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 22, 2006 by 2Yung2Cook 
mmmmmmmmm yummy AND easy. creates a very authentic curry taste. it wasnt spicy, really, so i... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Indian Tomato Chicken

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 134

  • Total Fat: 5.4g
  • Cholesterol: 57mg
  • Sodium: 547mg
  • Total Carbs: 6.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.6g
  • Protein: 14.7g

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