Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice—a dish that perfectly blends aromatic spices with creamy goodness. This simple yet flavorful chicken curry is ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, making it a favorite in any household. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice cooks can create a delightful meal that everyone will love. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm flatbreads and watch as your family comes back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp ghee or sunflower oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 chicken breasts, 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 (full-fat)
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
- Boiled rice and/or flatbread (such as chapati or naan)
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 browned.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato purée; cook for 2 minutes to coat the chicken evenly.
- Mix in yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in double cream right before serving and garnish with fresh coriander.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg