Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Creamy Indian Chicken Curry Recipe, a delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, aromatic coconut milk sauce. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this curry is easy to make and customizable to suit your heat preference. With a medley of spices and a creamy consistency, each bite promises comfort and satisfaction. Serve it with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a complete meal experience that your loved ones will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp curry powder or garam masala blend
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp cayenne (adjust for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Juice of lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (5-7 minutes). Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.
- Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and cayenne; toast for one minute.
- Add chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (5-8 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk, tomato puree, and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Partially cover and simmer on low heat for about 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice before serving hot over rice garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg