Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Indian chicken curry, featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish brings warmth and nostalgia, inviting everyone to the table. Experience the delightful combination of spices that transform an ordinary meal into a memorable feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat or lite)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions, mincing the garlic, grating the ginger, and dicing the tomatoes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until golden brown, then add garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add boneless chicken thighs to the skillet, ensuring they’re coated with the onion-spice mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and coconut milk; mix well and let it bubble gently.
- Season with cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken for extra flavor before cooking. Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option. For added heat, include sliced chilies while cooking.