Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the rich spices of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. This creamy chicken curry is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, featuring tender chicken simmered in a luscious sauce made from yogurt and coconut cream. With a blend of spices that create an aromatic experience, this korma pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or warm flatbreads, making it a versatile choice for any meal. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe will become a go-to favorite for those seeking delicious and satisfying flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp ghee or sunflower oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 chicken breasts (approx. 525g / 1.1 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1½ tsp ground coriander
- 1½ tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp mild chili powder (optional)
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Heat ghee or sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato purée; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil and then simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in double cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 105mg