Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Chicken Korma, a comforting South Asian curry that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish combines tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices like cardamom and garam masala. Ideal for cozy nights or impressing guests, this Chicken Korma will transport you to culinary bliss with every mouthful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp garam masala
- ½ cup cashew nuts (for paste)
- Kosher salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and finely mincing the onion, garlic, and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil and sauté the onions until golden brown.
- Add the chicken pieces along with garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and garam masala; stir until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the coconut milk and scrape up any browned bits from the skillet; bring to a gentle simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
- Blend cashews with water until smooth; stir into the korma sauce for creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh cilantro before serving over basmati rice or naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: South Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg