Spicy Chicken Vindaloo
A flavorful and spicy Indian dish featuring marinated chicken cooked in a fiery sauce.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
Full Ingredient List
- vegetable oil
- boneless skinless chicken thighs
- white wine vinegar
- garlic cloves
- fresh ginger root
- ground cumin
- kashmiri chili powder
- ground turmeric
- cinnamon stick
- brown sugar
- ground mustard
- ground coriander
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Chicken Vindaloo
Tools and Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Large saucepan
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Quantity | Name | Preparation Notes | Substitutions |
---|---|---|---|
2 tablespoons | vegetable oil | canola oil | |
1 pound | boneless skinless chicken thighs | cut into 1 ½-inch cubes | chicken breasts |
½ cup | white wine vinegar | apple cider vinegar | |
6 large | garlic cloves | peeled and grated | garlic powder |
1 ½ tablespoons | fresh ginger root | peeled and grated | ground ginger |
1 tablespoon | ground cumin | ||
2 ½ teaspoons | kashmiri chili powder | paprika | |
½ teaspoon | ground turmeric | ||
1 | cinnamon stick | broken into smaller pieces | |
1 tablespoon | brown sugar | honey | |
½ teaspoon | ground mustard | mustard seeds | |
1 teaspoon | ground coriander | ||
1 ½ teaspoons | sea salt | ||
1 teaspoon | freshly ground black pepper |
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine vinegar, garlic, ginger, cumin, chili powder, turmeric, cinnamon, sugar, mustard, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix well. (Tips: Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if needed.)
- Step 2: Add chicken pieces to the bowl and coat well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight. (Tips: Marinating longer will enhance the flavors.)
- Step 3: In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8–10 minutes until browned on all sides. (Tips: Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.)
- Step 4: Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer in its juices for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and tender. (Tips: If the mixture becomes too dry, add a splash of water or stock.)
Additional Information
Notes: Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.