Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Easy Homemade Chicken Korma, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Indian cuisine right to your table. This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Tender chicken pieces simmer in a fragrant sauce made with aromatic spices, ghee, and coconut cream, creating a comforting meal that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice or warm naan. Whether you are serving it for family dinner or entertaining friends, this korma is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp ghee or sunflower oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 chicken breasts (approx. 525g), 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 full-fat yogurt
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp double cream
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
- Boiled rice and/or flatbread (such as chapati or naan)
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until sealed and golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato purée; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Mix in yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar. Simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in double cream and remove from heat.
- Serve over rice or with flatbreads garnished with fresh coriander.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg