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Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice – Creamy, Fragrant, and Full of Flavor

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Creamy, spiced Chicken Korma made with yogurt, nuts, and fragrant spices — perfect with naan or basmati rice for a comforting Indian-style meal.

Ingredients

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    • 1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

    • ½ cup plain whole-milk yogurt

    • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

    • 1 tsp ground coriander

    • ½ tsp ground cumin

    • ½ tsp turmeric

    • Salt to taste

    • 1 large onion, sliced

    • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 tbsp ginger, grated

    • ¼ cup cashew or almond paste

    • 1 tsp garam masala

    • ½ tsp chili powder (optional)

    • ½ cup water

    • ¼ cup heavy cream or coconut milk

    • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken in yogurt, spices, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes.

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and caramelize onions.

  • Add garlic, ginger, spices, and nut paste. Cook 1–2 minutes.

  • Add chicken and sauté until lightly browned.

  • Add water, cover, and simmer 10–15 minutes.

  • Stir in cream and simmer until sauce thickens.

  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or flatbread.

Notes

  • Marinate longer for deeper flavor.

  • Add saffron or rose water for traditional richness.

  • Use coconut products for dairy-free.

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