Description
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant Indian-spiced sauce, then shredded and piled high on slider buns. A quick weeknight meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cups (118 ml) yogurt
- 3 lbs (1361 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cups (59 ml) canned tomato sauce
- 2 tsp tandoor masala
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 and 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 and 1/2 tsp sugar
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp dred fenugreek leaves
Instructions
- Combine yogurt, chicken, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, tomato sauce, garam masala, salt, and sugar.
- Place the mixture in the instant pot, set to 5 minutes of pressure, and allow for a natural release.
- Remove the cover, turn on saute mode, and add butter and fenugreek leaves (if using).
- Shred the chicken using two forks and remove any bones.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, until most of the sauce has evaporated.
- Mix yogurt with chopped cilantro.
- Split the rolls, spread with the chicken mixture, top with yogurt sauce, and serve.
Notes
- For richer flavor, marinate the chicken in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don’t have an Instant Pot, simmer the chicken on the stovetop over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- To make ahead, prepare the chicken mixture and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80