Description
Creamy Homemade Chicken Korma is a rich, aromatic dish that brings the authentic flavors of Indian cuisine right to your table. This delightful curry features tender chicken simmered in a creamy sauce enriched with spices like garam masala and cumin, making it a perfect meal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Enjoy it served with warm flatbread or fluffy rice for an unforgettable dining experience that will impress family and friends alike. In just 30 minutes, you can create this comforting dish that’s both easy to prepare and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 200 grams tomato purée
- 200 grams full-fat plain yogurt
- 200 ml coconut cream
- Fresh coriander (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat ghee or sunflower oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and ginger.
- Add chicken pieces and season with salt, white pepper, and spices. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in tomato purée, yogurt, and coconut cream. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- If desired, mix in ground almonds and sugar; cook for an additional few minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot over rice or alongside flatbread, garnished with fresh coriander.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg