Classic Indian Chicken Curry
Dive into the comforting and aromatic world of Indian cuisine with this **Classic Indian Chicken Curry** recipe! Perfectly spiced and crafted with tender chicken thighs, this curry combines the robust flavors of cumin, garam masala, and fresh cilantro. A rich base of sautéed onions, garlic, ginger, and pureed tomatoes creates a luscious, flavorful sauce that coats the chicken in a medley of bold spices. Slow simmered to perfection, this dish delivers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and a spice-packed experience in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this hearty curry is ideal for everything from cozy weeknight dinners to celebratory meals. Serve it hot with steamed rice, naan, or roti for an irresistible taste of India right at home! Perfect keywords: Indian chicken curry, authentic chicken curry, easy chicken curry recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 inch, minced ginger
- 1 finely chopped green chili
- 2 medium, pureed tomatoes
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 0.5 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
- 200 ml water
Instructions
Clean and cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and chopped green chili. Sauté for 2 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
Add the pureed tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the mixture.
Incorporate coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir to coat them in the spice mixture.
Pour in 200 ml of water, add salt, and stir everything together.
Cover and let the curry simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and mix thoroughly.
Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or Indian bread like naan or roti.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 583 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 640 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
