Description
A classic Indian curry recipe featuring chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, then simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. This dish brings warmth and flavor to your table, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine chicken pieces, yogurt, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Mix well to coat chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken (discarding excess marinade) and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Do not boil.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- If you don’t have heavy cream, you can use half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Serve with basmati rice or naan bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes marinating time
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg