Chicken Saag

Experience the vibrant flavors of India with this hearty Chicken Saag recipe, where tender, succulent chicken breast is cooked to perfection in a rich, aromatic spinach gravy. This dish combines the earthy goodness of fresh spinach with the warm spices of cumin, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala, creating a harmonious balance of flavor and nutrition. Sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger form the base of this comforting curry, while a touch of green chilies adds just the right amount of heat. Ready in just an hour, this wholesome recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. Serve Chicken Saag with fluffy basmati rice or soft naan for an authentic, satisfying meal that’s packed with both protein and leafy greens.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 12 ounces fresh spinach
• 1 large onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 inch ginger
• 1 medium tomato
• 2 pieces green chilies
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach thoroughly under running water and chop it coarsely. Set aside.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. Chop the tomato and slice the green chilies.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 10 seconds.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the chopped tomato and turmeric powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomato softens.

Step 8

Add the chicken cubes to the pan, stirring well to coat with spices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned on all sides.

Step 9

Add the chopped spinach to the pan. Stir to combine, then cover and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the spinach to wilt and release moisture.

Step 10

Sprinkle coriander powder, garam masala, and salt over the mixture. Mix well.

Step 11

Pour in the water, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 12

Cover and cook on low heat for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld.

Step 13

Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed.

Step 14

Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1454.2 grams (1454.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1190

Total Fat 46.50g	60%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g
Cholesterol 390mg	130%
Sodium 5313mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 57.00g	21%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 21.40g
Protein 141.80g	284%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 537mg	41%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2168mg	46%

*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: 34.5%

Protein: 46.7%

Carbs: 18.8%