Chicken Curry
Recipe Summary
- A flavorful and aromatic chicken curry made with a blend of spices, yogurt, and tomatoes. The chicken is marinated twice for extra tenderness and taste, then simmered in a rich gravy with fried onions and whole spices.
All Ingredients - For the Chicken Marinade
- Chicken 750g
- Salt to taste
- Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
- Ginger garlic paste 1 1/2 tsp
- Curd 3 tbsp
- Pepper powder 1/2 tsp
- Ready chicken masala powder 1 tbsp
- Lime juice 1 tbsp
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Big tomatoes, chopped 2
- Chili powder 1 tbsp
All Ingredients - For the Curry
- Oil 3-4 tbsp
- Garlic, chopped 1 tbsp
- Small cinnamon sticks 2
- Green cardamom 3-4
- Cloves 3-4
- Star petal (star anise) 1-2
- Pepper corns 7-8
- Onions, thinly sliced 2
- Water 1 cup
- Curry leaves a few
- Garam masala 1/2 tsp
- Kasoori methi 1 tbsp
- Coriander leaves, chopped 3 tbsp
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: First Marinade
In a large bowl, combine 750g of chicken with salt, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1 1/2 tsp ginger garlic paste, 3 tbsp curd, 1/2 tsp pepper powder, 1 tbsp ready chicken masala powder, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Mix everything well to coat the chicken. Set aside to marinate for to .
Step 2: Second Marinade
After the chicken has marinated for , add 2 tbsp oil, 2 chopped big tomatoes, and 1 tbsp chili powder to the bowl. Give it a good mix and set aside.
Step 3: Sauté Aromatics
Heat oil in a large pot or pan. Add 1 tbsp of chopped garlic and sauté for a few seconds. Then, add the whole spices: 2 small cinnamon sticks, 3-4 green cardamoms, 3-4 cloves, 1-2 star petals, and 7-8 peppercorns. Sauté for another few seconds.
Step 4: Fry Onions
Add 2 thinly sliced onions to the pot. Fry, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn a deep golden brown.
Step 5: Cook the Chicken
Add the marinated chicken mixture to the pot with the fried onions. Mix well and simmer on low to medium heat for .
Step 6: Simmer the Curry
Pour in 1 cup of water and mix well. Sprinkle some fresh curry leaves over the top. Cover the pot and cook on low to medium heat for .
Step 7: Final Cooking
After , uncover the pot, give it a mix, then cover it again. Continue to cook on low heat for another , or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 8: Garnish and Finish
Once the chicken is cooked, sprinkle 1/2 tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp kasoori methi, and 3 tbsp of chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and turn off the heat. The chicken curry is ready to serve.
Pro Tips
• Marinating the chicken for at least an hour makes it more tender and flavorful.
• Fry the onions until they are golden brown for a rich, deep flavor in the gravy.
• Using store-bought chicken masala can save time while still providing a complex spice blend.
Recipe Variations
• Add potatoes or other vegetables along with the chicken for a more wholesome meal.
• Adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your spice preference.
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