Chicken Asopa

Delight your taste buds with Chicken Asopa, a flavor-packed Indian chicken curry that combines the richness of aromatic spices and the creaminess of yogurt. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a luscious gravy made with sautéed onions, spiced tomato puree, and a fragrant blend of turmeric, coriander, and garam masala. Freshly minced garlic and ginger, along with a hint of green chili, lend a bold, tantalizing aroma, while the yogurt adds a subtle tangy note that beautifully balances the heat. Perfectly customizable with bone-in or boneless chicken, Chicken Asopa is a versatile, hearty entrée ideal for pairing with fluffy naan, buttery parathas, or steamed basmati rice. Ready in under an hour, it's your perfect go-to recipe for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken (bone-in or boneless)
• 3 tablespoons Oil
• 2 medium Onions (finely chopped)
• 3 medium Tomatoes (pureed)
• 5 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 medium Green chili (slit)
• 3 tablespoons Yogurt (beaten)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Clean and wash the chicken pieces thoroughly. Pat them dry and set aside.

Step 2

Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan or kadhai over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw aroma fades.

Step 5

Add the tomato puree and cook until the oil separates and the mixture turns thick, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Lower the heat and add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 7

Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir to coat them evenly with the spice mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Reduce the heat and add the beaten yogurt, stirring continuously to prevent curdling. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Pour in one cup of water, cover the pan with a lid, and let the chicken simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.

Step 10

Sprinkle garam masala and give it a final stir. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with naan, roti, or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1421.2

Total Fat 63.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 430.9mg	0%
Sodium 2795.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 163.9g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 286.0mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2668.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 46.5%

Carbs: 12.7%