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Chicken Dhansak Curry with Lentils

Delicious Chicken Dhansak Curry with Lentils in One Hour

Enjoy a hearty Chicken Dhansak Curry with lentils, a flavorful dish full of spices and creamy texture ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 pound Chicken thighs Can be substituted with chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Garam masala Adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili flakes Omit or reduce for milder curry
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil Any neutral oil works
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger garlic paste Substitute with fresh minced ginger and garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Fresh tomatoes can be used
  • 1 cup Red lentils, cooked Can substitute with green lentils
  • 1 cup Red curry base Choose milder options if preferred
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Plain yogurt Coconut yogurt can be used for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Dhansak Curry with Lentils
  1. Cook red lentils in boiling water for 15-20 minutes until tender, then drain.
  2. Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and cut into bite-sized chunks.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and brown the chicken chunks for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Lower heat, add garam masala, chili flakes, and salt; stir for 30 seconds.
  5. Add ginger garlic paste and tomato paste; stir for another minute.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and return chicken and lentils to skillet.
  7. Bring curry to a gentle boil, then simmer on low for about 30 minutes.
  8. Stir in plain yogurt to finish, then serve garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or naan for a complete experience. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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