Description
This creamy, rich, and slightly tangy chicken curry is a comforting dish with just the right balance of heat and sweetness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s quick to make and even better the next day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
- 1 cup full-fat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato puree
- 1 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves, optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix the chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder, garam masala, salt, and lemon juice. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
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Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken in batches, searing it for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and almost cooked through. Set the chicken aside.
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In the same pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chopped onion and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
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Add the garam masala, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and chili powder, and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
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Stir in the tomato puree and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.
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Return the seared chicken to the pan with any juices. Add kasuri methi (if using) and salt to taste. Pour in the cream and simmer for 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is smooth.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan bread.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use paneer or tofu for a vegetarian version. Coconut yogurt and coconut cream can replace dairy for a dairy-free version.
- Spice Level: Adjust chili powder to taste for a milder or spicier dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg