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Chicken Curry Recipe Indian

Chicken Curry Recipe Indian

This Indian Chicken Curry blends rich spices, tender chicken, and a velvety sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you use cream or coconut milk, the results are always delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Blender
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

Spice Mix

  • 1.5 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp ground turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp fennel seeds crushed
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp ground mustard
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves

Curry Base

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup canned diced tomatoes drained
  • salt and cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water, optional
  • 0.33 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Mix all ground spices in a small bowl: coriander, cumin, turmeric, fennel seeds, cinnamon, pepper, mustard, and cloves. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden brown.
  • Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in the spice mix and toast gently for 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
  • Add chicken broth and drained tomatoes. Simmer gently for 5 minutes covered.
  • Blend sauce until smooth and creamy, then return to the skillet.
  • Add diced chicken and season with salt and cayenne. Simmer gently until chicken is cooked through.
  • Stir in optional cornstarch slurry for thickness, then finish with heavy cream or coconut milk.
  • Top with fresh cilantro and serve hot over rice or with naan.

Notes

Swap the cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Curry flavor deepens overnight, making it perfect for leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 510mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword Chicken Curry, comfort food, Indian-style
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