Description
Chicken Korma is a delightful curry that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, this dish delivers a warm and inviting flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, Chicken Korma transforms any meal into an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 cup full-fat yogurt
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp korma spice mix
- 2 tbsp cooking oil or ghee
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by chopping the onions finely to allow even caramelization.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add the cooking oil or ghee. Once hot, sauté the onions until golden brown.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger paste for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat and mix in yogurt and korma spice mix, ensuring all chicken pieces are coated well.
- Pour in coconut milk and let everything simmer gently for about 20 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for an hour before cooking. Swap chicken for vegetables or paneer for a vegetarian option. Incorporate nuts like cashews or almonds for added texture.