Description

A rich and flavorful creamy chicken curry made with tender marinated chicken thighs, aromatic spices, coconut milk, and a touch of cream. Perfectly balanced and comforting, this dish is ideal for family meals or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

1 kg (2 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½″ pieces

¾ cup plain yogurt

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

½ tsp turmeric

½ tsp salt

Pinch cayenne (optional)

2 Tbsp vegetable oil or ghee

1 large onion, finely chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger

2 tsp curry powder

1 tsp garam masala

1 Tbsp tomato paste

1 cup coconut milk

½ cup heavy cream or sour cream

1 tsp sugar or honey (optional)

Salt, to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Combine chicken pieces with yogurt, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne (if using). Cover and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to overnight.
Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken in batches until lightly browned, about 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
In the same pan, sauté onions until golden, about 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle in curry powder and garam masala, toasting briefly. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
Pour in coconut milk, scraping up browned bits. Return chicken with juices to the pan. Simmer covered for 15–20 minutes until chicken is tender.
Stir in cream or sour cream. Adjust seasoning with sugar or honey and additional salt if needed. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Serve over basmati rice or naan bread. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
Replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
For lighter curry, use light coconut milk and less cream.
Works well with lamb, beef, or shrimp instead of chicken.
Store leftovers up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (out of 6)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 115mg