Garam Masala Chicken Bowl with Rice and Salad
If you’re in the mood for something bold and flavorful but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, this recipe’s got you covered. The spiced chicken is juicy and full of aromatic flavors, the turmeric rice is perfectly golden and fluffy, and the creamy white sauce ties it all together like magic. It’s comfort food with a bit of an exotic twist, and you can tweak it however you like.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ⅛ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ tablespoon garam masala
- ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
For the Turmeric Rice:
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ⅛ teaspoon five-spice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup uncooked basmati white rice
- 2 cups chicken stock
For the White Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup mayo
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pepper to taste
- ⅛ cup water
For the Vegetables:
- 1 cucumber cubed
- 1 tomato cubed
- 1 cup lettuce chopped
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large bowl, mix all the marinade ingredients.
- Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they’re fully coated. Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for more flavor).
Cook the Turmeric Rice:
- Make sure to rinse the rice.
- In the rice cooker, combine turmeric, five-spice, salt, basmati rice, and chicken stock. Stir gently.
- Pop them in the rice cooker and let it work its magic.
Prepare the White Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust the water for your preferred consistency.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
- Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes until brown on one side. Flip or stir the chicken until cooked through.
Assemble the Bowls:
- Start with a scoop of turmeric rice, then layer on the chicken, fresh vegetables, and drizzle with the white sauce.