Chicken Bhuna Recipe
Chicken Bhuna is a celebration of spices, patience, and technique, and once you’ve tasted it, there’s no turning back. From its rich, thick masala to its vibrant aroma, it’s a dish that truly delivers on flavour.
Ingredients
- 500 g Boneless chicken thighs skinless, chopped
- 2 Onions finely chopped
- 3 Tomatoes chopped
- 3 Garlic minced
- 1 Ginger grated
- 1 Green chillies optional
- 1/2 tsp Ground turmeric
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 11/2 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Red chilli powder to taste
- 2 tbsp Sunflower oil
- Salt
- Fresh coriander chopped
- Lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Add the chopped chicken thighs to the masala. Stir to coat them evenly in the spice paste.500 g Boneless chicken thighs
- Cook on medium-high heat for about 5–7 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.
- Reduce the heat and cover the pan, allowing the chicken to cook in its own juices for 15–20 minutes.2 Onions, 3 Tomatoes, 3 Garlic, 1 Ginger, 1 Green chillies, 1/2 tsp Ground turmeric, 1 tsp Ground cumin, 1 tsp Red chilli powder, 2 tbsp Sunflower oil, 11/2 tsp Ground coriander
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. You may notice the sauce thickening — this is ideal.
- Check seasoning, adjusting salt or heat as needed. If you prefer a more moist dish, a splash of hot water or stock can be added.Salt
- Finish with garam masala and fresh coriander, stirring through before turning off the heat.1 tsp Garam masala, Fresh coriander, Lemon wedges