Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice, a delightful dish that brings the taste of India right to your table. This simple recipe allows you to whip up a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The aromatic blend of spices and tender chicken creates a comforting curry that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or warm flatbread. Impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleaser that is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 chicken breasts (approx. 525g), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1½ tsp ground coriander
- 1½ tsp garam masala
- ½ cup coconut cream
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- Ghee or sunflower oil for cooking
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
- 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 the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until sealed and lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, salt, white pepper, and tomato purée; cook for 2 minutes.
- Mix in yogurt, coconut cream, and ground almonds; bring to a gentle boil then simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in double cream before removing from heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg