Description
A flavorful and comforting South Asian-style minced chicken dish made from leftovers, enriched with warming spices and aromatics. Perfect for busy weeknights or creative next-day meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 1 medium tomato (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (grated)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 2 green chilies (sliced, optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your skillet over medium flame and add the oil until it shimmers.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cumin seeds and let them crackle. Then toss in onions and sauté until deep golden brown—about 8–10 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure your pan is wide enough to allow everything to cook evenly without crowding.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in tomatoes and cook until soft. Add turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Cook to Perfection: Add shredded chicken and stir to coat. Cook for 5–7 minutes until everything is heated through. Sprinkle garam masala and stir again.
- Finishing Touches: Squeeze in lemon juice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate hot with warm naan, roti, or a bed of basmati rice. Enjoy every spiced, savory bite!
Notes
- Shred the chicken finely for better texture and flavor absorption.
- Add peas or potatoes for a hearty variation.
- Let the qeema rest for 5 minutes before serving to deepen the flavors.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best aroma and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: leftover chicken, qeema, chicken mince, quick dinner, Pakistani recipe, Indian recipe