Masala chicken and chickpeas

Ground chicken is a weeknight time saver, and a quick simmer in tomato sauce keeps the meat juicy and tender. This recipe begins with blooming cumin seeds in oil, so that the heady spice infuses the dish. Using a food processor to purée the cilantro with the yogurt is the best way to extract all of the herb's bright herbaceous flavor.

But if you don't feel like breaking out an appliance, finely chopping it by hand works as well. (The flavor will just be less intense.) A final drizzle of tangy yogurt sauce cools the spices, while a squeeze of fresh lime juice instantly brightens the meal.Time: 40 min