Dairy-Free Chicken Jalfrezi

Experience the vibrant flavors of this Dairy-Free Chicken Jalfrezi, a wholesome take on the classic Indian curry that's as creamy as it is zesty—without any dairy. Juicy chicken chunks are cooked to perfection with the bold, smoky aroma of cumin, coriander, and garam masala, while fresh ginger, garlic, and chilies add a fragrant kick. A colorful medley of red and green bell peppers, paired with a rich tomato base, makes this dish as visually stunning as it is flavorful. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking time, this quick and healthy curry is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend feasts. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of tangy lemon juice, it pairs beautifully with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread. This one-pan recipe is not just dairy-free, but also packed with naturally gluten-free ingredients, making it a crowd-pleasing meal that everyone can enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 3 tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 green chilies
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by slicing the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Chop the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper into thin slices.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 4

Dice the tomatoes and slice the green chilies.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring often.

Step 8

Add the chicken pieces, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric powder, and cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.

Step 9

Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and sliced green chilies. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.

Step 10

Add the green bell pepper and red bell pepper slices to the pan and mix well.

Step 11

Season the dish with salt, black pepper, and the garam masala. Stir to combine.

Step 12

Cover the pan and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors have melded.

Step 13

Add lemon juice and stir well.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 15

Serve hot with rice or your choice of bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1510.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1379.3

Total Fat 48.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 425mg	0%
Sodium 2807.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 167.8g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 267.8mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3831.4mg	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: 31.4%

Protein: 48.4%

Carbs: 20.2%