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Indian Chicken Lentil Curry

Name: Indian Chicken Lentil Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 20 oz chicken thighs, patted dry; 1 cup lentils; 1 can diced tomatoes; 6 oz frozen spinach; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 clove garlic, minced; 4 tsp olive oil; 2 tsp garam masala; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 cup chicken broth; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Tender chicken thighs and lentils simmered with tomato, spinach, and garam masala for a hearty, protein-rich lunch.

Generative AI

Calories: 610
Protein: 43g
Carbs: 63g
Fat: 19g

Per serving

Ingredients

For 4 servings · 50 min total

chicken thighspatted dry20 oz
lentils1 cup
diced tomatoes1 can
frozen spinach6 oz
yellow oniondiced1
garlicminced2 clove
olive oil4 tsp
garam masala2 tsp
ground cumin1 tsp
chicken broth2 cup
kosher salt1 tsp
black pepper1/2 tsp

Instructions

1Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Do not rinse the chicken. Wash the cutting board, knife, and your hands with soap and water before touching other ingredients.
2Pat the chicken dry, then season it with the salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden on the outside, then transfer it to a plate.
3Lower the heat to medium. Add the onion and a pinch of salt, and cook for 4-5 minutes, until translucent and softened. Add the garlic, garam masala, and cumin, and stir for 30-60 seconds, until fragrant.
4Stir in the lentils, diced tomatoes, and broth. Return the chicken and its juices to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the lentils are tender and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
5Stir in the spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, until hot and wilted. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then serve.

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