Hairy Bikers Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe

This Hairy Bikers Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe is a bold and spicy dish, which includes fresh green chillies and tender chicken pieces. It’s a great low-carb dinner option, ready in about 50 minutes.

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Hairy Bikers Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe Ingredients

For the Spice Paste:

• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
• 25g (1-inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
• 2-3 fresh green chillies, to taste
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons water

For the Curry:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 600g skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large onion, halved (one half thinly sliced, the other cut into chunks)
• 1 large bell pepper (any colour), deseeded and cut into chunks
• 400g can of chopped tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon tomato purée
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Juice of 1/2 a lemon
• Small bunch of fresh coriander, chopped
• Salt, to taste

How To Make Hairy Bikers Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe

1. Make the spice paste: Blend garlic, ginger, chillies, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and water until smooth.
2. Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a large pan. Add chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the base: Add sliced onion to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until soft. Stir in the spice paste and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Create the sauce: Add chopped tomatoes and tomato purée. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce.
5. Add chicken and vegetables: Return chicken to the pan with onion chunks and bell pepper. Stir to coat in sauce.
6. Simmer the curry: Cover and simmer on medium-low for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked and vegetables are tender-crisp.
7. Finish and serve: Stir in garam masala, lemon juice, and most of the coriander. Season with salt and garnish with remaining coriander.

Recipe Tips

• How spicy is chicken jalfrezi? It has medium heat; adjust chillies to taste.
• Can I use pre-made spice paste? Yes, but homemade gives the freshest flavor.
• How to keep chicken tender: Don’t overcook it—simmer just until it’s cooked through.
• Can I add more vegetables? Yes, try adding green beans, peas, or zucchini.
• What’s the best pan to use? A wok, deep skillet, or karahi works great.

What To Serve With Chicken Jalfrezi

This curry pairs well with a variety of sides:

• Basmati rice or pilau rice
• Warm naan or chapati
• Cucumber raita
• Mango chutney
• Simple side salad

How To Store Chicken Jalfrezi

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat thoroughly before serving.

Chicken Jalfrezi Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 410 kcal
• Total Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 130mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 16g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 11g
• Protein: 48g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use leftover chicken?
Yes, just reduce the simmer time to avoid overcooking.

How to thicken the sauce?
Let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to reduce.

Can I make it vegetarian?
Swap chicken for paneer, tofu, or mixed vegetables.

How to tone down the heat?
Use fewer chillies and add a spoon of yogurt when serving.

What makes jalfrezi different from other curries?
It has stir-fried meat and vegetables with a tangy, spicy tomato-based sauce.

Try More Recipes:

• Hairy Bikers Cheese Potato Pie Recipe
• Hairy Bikers American Meatloaf Recipe
• Hairy Bikers Beef Rendang Recipe