Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice is a creamy, aromatic dish that brings the delightful flavors of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The rich sauce, with its blend of warm spices and creamy yogurt, pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or warm flatbreads, making it a versatile choice. Adjust the spice levels to suit your taste and enjoy a deliciously satisfying experience.
- 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
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- 2 tbsp ghee or sunflower oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 chicken breasts (approx. 525g), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1½ tsp ground coriander
- 1½ tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp mild chili powder (optional)
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp ground almonds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and cook for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato purée; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil then simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream before removing from heat.
- Serve hot over boiled rice or with flatbread, garnished with fresh coriander.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg