Description
Ready to transform humble ingredients into a soul-warming, spice-kissed masterpiece? This Indian Chicken Curry is rich, vibrant, and deeply comforting—without the stress. With tender chicken in a golden tomato-yogurt sauce, it’s your cozy night-in hero. No hard-to-find ingredients, just bold flavor and pure joy. Whether it’s your first curry or your fiftieth, this dish brings the warmth of tradition with the ease of a weeknight dinner. Let’s stir up some magic!
Ingredients
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2 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed (or thighs for juiciness)
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2 tsp + 1 tsp salt (divided)
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½ cup neutral oil or ghee
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1½ cups chopped yellow onion
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1½ tsp minced ginger
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Spices: 1 tbsp curry powder, 1 tsp each cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne (or paprika)
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1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
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1 cup plain yogurt (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
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1 tsp garam masala
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro + more for garnish
Instructions
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Season chicken with 2 tsp salt. Set aside.
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In a skillet, heat oil. Sauté onions 8–10 mins until golden.
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Add garlic & ginger, cook 1 min.
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Stir in spices + 1 tbsp water. Cook 1–2 mins until fragrant.
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Add tomatoes, deglaze pan. Bring to boil.
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Remove from heat, whisk in yogurt until smooth.
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Return to heat, add chicken. Simmer uncovered 20 mins.
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Stir in ½ cup water, 1 tsp salt, garam masala, cilantro. Simmer 10 more mins.
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Finish with lemon juice & garnish.
Notes
Pair with basmati rice or naan, cucumber raita, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 340 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 32g