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Creamy Chicken Curry


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A flavorful and creamy chicken curry that is perfect served with rice or flatbread.


Ingredients

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  • 600 grams boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 120 grams plain yogurt
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 400 grams tomato puree
  • 120 milliliters heavy cream
  • 40 grams unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken with yogurt, half of the minced garlic, half of the grated ginger, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
  3. Add the remaining garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in tomato puree, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, and salt.
  6. Simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream.
  8. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce is smooth and velvety.
  9. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  10. Serve hot with rice or flatbread.

Notes

  • This recipe can be spiced up with additional chilies if you prefer a hotter curry.
  • Use low-fat yogurt and cream for a lighter version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5 grams
  • Sodium: 800 milligrams
  • Fat: 30 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 15 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 20 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Protein: 25 grams
  • Cholesterol: 120 milligrams