Description
Experience the comforting embrace of Chicken Korma, a classic Indian dish that combines tender chicken with aromatic spices in a rich, creamy sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, offering a burst of flavors that will transport your taste buds to culinary bliss. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm naan for an unforgettable meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp garlic and ginger paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup cashew nuts (soaked and blended into a paste)
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
- Add garlic and ginger paste; cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and optional garam masala; cook for about 1 minute.
- Add chicken thighs to the skillet; sauté until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and cashew paste; simmer gently for about 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Gently stir in yogurt and season with salt and lemon juice; simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg