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Chicken Korma

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time50 minsTotal Time1 hr 5 mins

 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
 1/2 cup plain yogurt
 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
 2 large onions, finely chopped
 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
 1-2 green chilies, slit (adjust to taste)
 1/4 cup cashew nuts or almonds, blended into a paste
 1 cup water or chicken broth
 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
 Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish to taste
 Salt to taste
Whole Spices:
 4-5 green cardamom pods
 4 cloves
 1-inch cinnamon stick
 1 bay leaf
Ground Spices:
 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
 1 teaspoon coriander powde
 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
1

Marinate the Chicken:

Mix the chicken pieces with yogurt and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour.

2

Cook the Chicken:

In a large pot, heat oil or ghee over medium heat. Add the whole spices (cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, bay leaf) and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, cooking until the raw smell disappears.
Add the marinated chicken, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chili powders. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.

3

Simmer the Curry:

Stir in the nut paste and water or chicken broth. Mix well, ensuring the chicken is coated with the sauce.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 20-30 minutes.

4

Final Touches:

Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and garam masala. Adjust salt to taste. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes on low heat

5

Garnish and Serve:

Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve hot with naan, roti, or basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

180g

Amount per serving
Calories500
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%

Saturated Fat 15g75%
Sodium 400mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 20g8%

Dietary Fiber 4g15%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 40g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.