Description
A flavorful Indian curry featuring tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder (or paprika for less heat)
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the ginger paste and garlic paste. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, cardamom, and cloves. Cook the spices for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pot and brown them lightly on all sides.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth. Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk the yogurt into the chicken mixture to prevent curdling. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the chopped tomatoes and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally.
- If the gravy is too thick, add a little water or broth. If too thin, simmer uncovered for a few minutes to reduce.
- Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper red color without excessive heat, use a good quality Kashmiri chili powder.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the cooked onions and spices with a little liquid before adding the chicken.
- Allowing the curry to rest for 15 minutes off the heat before serving often deepens the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 110
Keywords: Chicken Rogan Josh, Indian curry, chicken recipe, spicy chicken, yogurt sauce