Here are 10 delicious chicken recipes from various cuisines that you might enjoy:
1. Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian Cuisine)
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp Tikka masala paste or powder
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Method:
1. Marinate chicken chunks with yoghurt and Tikka masala paste for at least 1 hour.
2. Heat oil in a pan, sauté onions until golden, add garlic and ginger and cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add marinated chicken, and cook until browned.
4. Pour in diced tomatoes, garam masala, and salt. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Stir in heavy cream, and cook for a few more minutes.
6. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve with rice or naan.
2. Chicken Fajitas (Mexican Cuisine)
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken breast, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas, salsa, sour cream (for serving)
Method:
1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, chilli powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet, and add chicken, bell peppers, and onions. Cook until chicken is done and veggies are tender.
3. Serve the chicken and veggies on tortillas with salsa and sour cream.
3. Chicken Parmesan (Italian Cuisine)
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Method:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Dip chicken breasts in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.
4. Place cooked chicken in a baking dish, and cover with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
4. Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry (Asian Cuisine)
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, etc.)
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Method:
1. Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Marinate chicken in this mixture for 15-20 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a wok or skillet, and stir-fry chicken until cooked through. Remove from pan.
3. Stir-fry vegetables until tender-crisp.
4. Add chicken back to the pan, and toss everything together for a minute.
5. Serve over rice or noodles.
5. Chicken Shawarma (Middle Eastern Cuisine)
Ingredients:
- 500g boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread, hummus, veggies (for serving)
Method:
1. Mix yoghurt, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate chicken in this mixture for 1-2 hours.
2. Preheat a grill or skillet, cook chicken until nicely charred and cooked through.
3. Serve in warmed pita bread with hummus and your choice of vegetables.
Feel free to explore these chicken recipes from different cuisines to add variety to your meals!
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