Spicy Garlic Chicken
About this recipe
Spicy Garlic Chicken is a flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken pieces marinated in a zesty blend of spices and garlic. This recipe from Cookd is perfect for a quick starter or a satisfying main course, making it a great choice for any day of the week.
The combination of ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, and a mix of spices ensures that the chicken is not only tasty but also aromatic. Plus, the addition of a simple sauce made with garlic, tomato ketchup, and soy sauce takes it to another level.
Ingredient notes
- Use boneless chicken cubes for the best texture.
- The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of oil twice, which is for cooking the chicken and then for sautéing the garlic.
Tips from Cookd’s video
- Marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- Cook the garlic until golden brown to enhance its flavor before adding the other sauce ingredients.
Good to know
- How long should I marinate the chicken?
- Marinate the chicken for 10 minutes.
- What type of chicken should I use for this recipe?
- Use boneless chicken cubes.
- How long do I cook the chicken in the pan?
- Cook the chicken for 5 minutes, flipping it occasionally.
- What should I do after sautéing the garlic?
- After sautéing the garlic until golden brown, add water, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, salt, tomato ketchup, and soy sauce to the pan.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cookd: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Marinate the chicken with ginger garlic paste, lemon juice, salt, black pepper powder, and red chilli powder. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5 minutes, flipping it occasionally. Set this aside.
- 3
In another pan, heat 2 tbsp of oil. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté on medium heat until golden brown.
- 4
Add water, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, salt, tomato ketchup, and soy sauce to the pan with garlic.
- 5
Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and cook until the sauce coats the chicken well.
- 6
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Cookd’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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