Indian Chicken Kerali

An Indian dish from Kerali, India.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  teaspoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  red pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1⁄4 cup  vegetable oil
• 1  large onion, sliced
• 3  medium potatoes, peeled and cubed in 2-inch pieces
• 1  large carrot, sliced
• 4  tablespoons tomato sauce
• 2 1⁄2-3  lbs boneless chicken breasts

Directions

1. Prepare a marinade by combining lemon juice, curry, red pepper, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, salt and water in a shallow pan.
2. Cut chicken into 1-inch strips and place in the marinade for 20 minutes, turning at least once.
3. In a heavy skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil and sauté onions for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Add potatoes and carrots and brown them slightly, stirring constantly for about 4 minutes.
5. Add tomato sauce, chicken and marinade. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring frequently.