Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Indulge in the rich flavors of Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice, a delightful dish that transports you straight to India. This creamy curry is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Infused with aromatic spices and finished with yogurt and coconut cream, it offers a luxurious texture that will impress your family and friends. Pair it with fluffy rice or warm flatbread for a satisfying meal that suits any palate.
- 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 (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 plain yogurt
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp double cream
- Fresh coriander for garnish
- 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 chopped onion until translucent.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until sealed and lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and spices; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add tomato purée, yogurt, coconut cream, and ground almonds; simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
- Finish with double cream before serving over rice or alongside flatbread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg