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Chicken Curry – Indian Style

Recipe by The Cooking Foodie

  • Ready in45 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook30 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~450 kcal
Chicken Curry – Indian Style

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoonsVegetable oil
  • 2, choppedOnions
  • 3 clovesGrated garlic
  • 1 tablespoonGrated ginger
  • 4, choppedTomatoes
  • 2 tablespoonsCurry powder
  • 900g (2 pounds)Chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoonSalt
  • 1/2 teaspoonBlack pepper
  • 3/4 cupWater
  • 1 can (400g/14oz)Coconut cream/milk
  • 1/2 teaspoonGaram masala
  • 1/2 teaspoonSalt
  • chopped, for garnishCoriander

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Sauté Onions

    Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2.Add Aromatics

    Add 3 grated garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.

  3. 3.Cook Tomatoes

    Add 4 chopped tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and break down.

  4. 4.Add Curry Powder

    Add 2 tablespoons of curry powder. Stir and cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.

  5. 5.Cook Chicken

    Add 900g (2 pounds) of chicken breast, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to coat the chicken and cook until it turns golden.

  6. 6.Simmer Chicken

    Cover the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  7. 7.Add Water and Simmer

    Pour in 3/4 cup of water and stir. Cover the pan again and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb flavors.

  8. 8.Add Coconut Milk and Spices

    Stir in 1 can (400g/14oz) of coconut cream/milk. Add 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir well and continue to cook until the curry thickens to your desired consistency.

  9. 9.Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the finished chicken curry with chopped coriander. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

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Chicken Curry – Indian Style

Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal
Recipe by The Cooking Foodie on YouTube
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All Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Sauté Onions

    Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan. Add the chopped onions and until golden, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Add 3 grated garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Stir and cook for .

  3. 3

    Cook Tomatoes

    Add 4 chopped tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and break down.

  4. 4

    Add Curry Powder

    Add 2 tablespoons of curry powder. Stir and cook for to the spices.

  5. 5

    Cook Chicken

    Add 900g (2 pounds) of chicken breast, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to coat the chicken and cook until it turns golden.

  6. 6

    Simmer Chicken

    Cover the pan and cook for an additional .

  7. 7

    Add Water and Simmer

    Pour in 3/4 cup of water and stir. Cover the pan again and cook for , allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb flavors.

  8. 8

    Add Coconut Milk and Spices

    Stir in 1 can (400g/14oz) of coconut cream/milk. Add 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir well and continue to cook until the curry thickens to your desired consistency.

  9. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the finished chicken curry with chopped coriander. Serve hot with rice or naan bread.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelHot
Ginger · Curry powder · Black pepper · Garam masala
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy and coconut.
dairycoconut

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • 1
    For a vegetarian optionDietary option

    Substitute chicken with paneer or mixed vegetables.

  • 2
    Add a pinch of fenugreekCustomise

    Add a pinch of fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi) for an authentic aroma.

  • 3
    Use chicken thighs instead ofIngredient swap

    Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    Flavour tipSauté Onions Until Deeply Golden

    Sauté onions until deeply golden for a richer flavor base.

  • 2
    Cooking tipCook Tomatoes Until Soft and

    Cook tomatoes until soft and the oil separates to ensure a smooth curry texture.

  • 3
    Flavour tipAdjust Chili Powder and Garam

    Adjust chili powder and garam masala to your preferred spice level.

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