Description
A rich and creamy Chicken Korma made with tender chicken simmered in yogurt, coconut milk, and warm aromatic spices. This comforting dish delivers deep flavor with a smooth golden sauce that feels indulgent yet perfectly balanced.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the yogurt with garam masala, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to deepen the flavor.
- Add the marinated chicken along with any remaining yogurt mixture and stir gently.
- Pour in coconut milk, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Stir in sliced almonds and cook uncovered for 5 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
- Keep the heat at a gentle simmer to prevent the yogurt from separating.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of warm water to loosen it.
- Lightly toast the almonds before adding for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Chicken Korma, creamy chicken curry, Indian chicken recipe, yogurt chicken curry, easy korma recipe