Healthy chicken and vegetable balti
This flavourful healthy chicken balti combines tender chicken thighs with sweet bell peppers in a fragrant spiced tomato sauce. A swirl of low-fat yogurt creates a smooth, creamy texture while balancing the warmth of the curry powder. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot for a wholesome, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil5 ml
- Cornflour1 სუფრის-კოვზი
- Curry powder1 სუფრის-კოვზი
- garlic cloves2 კბილი
- water150 ml
Instructions
7 steps- 1
Spray a large, deep, non-stick frying pan or wok with oil and place over a medium heat. Add the onion and cook for five minutes, stirring regularly until well softened and lightly browned.
- 2
Meanwhile, trim all the visible fat off the chicken thighs, cut each one into four pieces and season with black pepper.
- 3
Add the chicken and peppers into the pan with the onion and cook for three minutes, turning occasionally.
- 4
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in the yoghurt until thoroughly mixed.
- 5
Sprinkle the curry powder over the chicken and vegetables, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- 6
Tip the tomatoes into the pan, add the yoghurt mixture, 150ml/3½fl oz of water and coriander.
- 7
Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is tender and the sauce is thick. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste and garnish with coriander.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 425 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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