Chicken Korma Recipe
Chicken Korma is a traditional Indian dish that originated from the Mughal era. It is a mild, creamy, and aromatic curry that is made with tender chicken pieces simmered in a sauce made from a blend of spices, yogurt, and cream. The spices used in this dish are carefully chosen to create a delicate balance of flavors that is both rich and satisfying. The combination of spices, cream, and yogurt gives Chicken Korma its signature texture, making it a perfect dish for any meal. Whether it is served with steamed rice, naan, or roti, Chicken Korma is a dish that is loved by people of all ages.
Ingredients
- 6 Chicken Breast / boneless chicken
- 2 to Tomato
- 2 onions
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1/4 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 cup almond / badam
- 3/4 cup greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 3 tbsp butter, salted
- 1/4 cup cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Assemble all ingredients together to avoid last minute rush.
- Wash and finely chop ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes.
- Wash and cut chicken breasts into small chunks and put them in a Mixing Bowl.
- Grind smoothly ginger, garlic and almonds. Add in the Mixing Bowl.
- Now, add salt, oil, garam masala, red chilli powder and turmeric powder.
- Also, add yogurt and mix everything very well. Cover and keep in refrigerator for marinade upto 2 hours.
Cooking
- Add oil and butter to a Kadai or Cast Iron Skillet on medium high heat.
- Add chopped onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until onions get caramelized.
- Now, add chopped tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tomatoes turn soft and mushy. Then, add in the marinated chicken and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked completely.
- Add the heavy cream to the Skillet or Kadai and mix well, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Your yummy Chicken Korma is ready to serve with Rice or Breads.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Notes & Tips
- Chicken: You can choose chicken thighs or chicken legs as well in place of chicken breasts for this recipe.
- Oil: You can choose any neutral tasting oil.
- Spices: You can always adjust spices and salt as per your taste buds.
- Ginger & Garlic: If you don't have fresh ginger and garlic, can opt for readymade ginger garlic paste.
- Tomatoes: In place of fresh tomatoes, can also use readymade tomato puree. However, I recommend to use fresh tomatoes for better taste.
- Garam Masala: Choose homemade or readymade whatever is available. Homemade masala is stronger than readymade so, use accordingly.
- Ingredients & Equipment: Find these Ingredients & Equipment at specialty food stores or online stores. For review of some stores, please refer to the Grocery Review Section on our Website.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Korma Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
384
% Daily Value*
Fat
30
g
46
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
0.05
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
15
g
Cholesterol
27
mg
9
%
Sodium
823
mg
36
%
Potassium
613
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
20
g
7
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
1007
IU
20
%
Vitamin B1
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
1
mg
59
%
Vitamin B3
2
mg
10
%
Vitamin B5
1
mg
10
%
Vitamin B6
0.3
mg
15
%
Vitamin B12
0.5
µg
8
%
Vitamin C
18
mg
22
%
Vitamin D
1
µg
7
%
Vitamin E
8
mg
53
%
Vitamin K
14
µg
13
%
Calcium
180
mg
18
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
91
mg
23
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.