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Delicious Chicken Korma Recipe

Delicious Chicken Korma Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Blender
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of this Delicious Chicken Korma Recipe. Tender chicken in a creamy, spiced coconut sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.


Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 160g / 2/3 cup full fat Plain Yoghurt
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp finely grated/minced Fresh Ginger
  • 2 cloves of Garlic, finely grated/minced
  • 1 tsp EACH: Salt, Turmeric, Ground Coriander, Garam Masala
  • 640g / 1.4lb boneless skinless Chicken Thighs, diced into large bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil, or as needed
  • 1 large White Onion, finely diced
  • 1 tbsp finely grated/minced Fresh Ginger
  • 2 cloves of Garlic, finely grated/minced
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 tsp EACH: Turmeric, Garam Masala
  • 1/4 tsp EACH: Ground Cardamom, Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp Ground Cloves
  • 240ml / 1 cup Chicken Stock
  • 500g / 18oz full fat Coconut Cream
  • 3 tbsp Ground Almonds
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp full fat Plain Yoghurt, at room temp

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, combine all marinade ingredients except chicken. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 3-24 hours.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Sear marinated chicken in oil until cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Sauté onion, garlic, and spices. Add stock, coconut cream, almonds, and reserved marinade. Simmer, then blend until smooth.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Return sauce to pan, add salt, sugar, and cooked chicken. Simmer until thickened. Stir in yoghurt and adjust seasoning.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the Chicken Korma hot with rice or naan.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 3 hours.
  • Adjust the spice levels to suit your preference.
  • Use full-fat ingredients for a richer flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 510 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 41g
  • Saturated Fat: 27g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg