Name: Fried Chicken Masala
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h 50 min
Total time: 3 h 10 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup milk; 5 tsp. garam masala, divided; 1 whole chicken (2-1/2 lb. to 3-1/2 lb.), cut into pieces; 3/4 cup flour; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 tsp. salt; 3 cups oil

1 Review(s)

3 Hr(s) 10 Min(s) (incl. marinating)

20 Min(s) Prep

2 Hr(s) 50 Min(s) Cook

Give chicken an Indian-inspired flavor with Fried Chicken Masala. A two-hour marinade in sour cream, milk & garam masala makes this chicken masala unique.

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5 servings

Original recipe yields 5 servings

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup milk

5 tsp. garam masala, divided

1 whole chicken (2-1/2 lb. to 3-1/2 lb.), cut into pieces

3/4 cup flour

1/4 cup cornstarch

1 tsp. salt

3 cups oil

Let's Make It

Mix sour cream, milk and 2 tsp. garam masala; spoon over chicken in shallow dish. Turn to evenly coat chicken. Refrigerate 2 hours to marinate, turning chicken after 1 hour. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade.

Mix flour, cornstarch, salt and remaining garam masala in separate shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to evenly coat both sides of each piece.

Heat oil in large skillet to 350°F. Add half the chicken; cook 15 to 20 min. or until chicken is golden brown and done (165ºF). Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken.

Kitchen Tips

Tip 1

Serving Suggestion

Serve this flavorful chicken with smart sides, such as your favorite hot steamed vegetable and a whole grain roll.

Tip 2

Food Facts

Garam masala is a key spice blend used in Indian cooking. Garam means warm in Hindi and masala refers to a blend of ground spices which includes cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, black pepper and cumin. Look for it in the ethnic or spice sections of your grocery store.

Nutrition

Calories

380

Calories From Fat

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 23g

29%

Saturated Fat 7g

35%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 100mg

33%

Sodium 380mg

17%

Total Carbohydrates 14g

Dietary Fiber 0g

Sugars 1g

Protein 27g

54%

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Calcium

Iron

10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

servings

5 servings

* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.