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Indian Chicken Curry

This creamy Indian chicken curry combines aromatic warm spices, plain yogurt, and coconut milk for a comforting dinner dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch piece fresh ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 14 oz can coconut milk
  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion until it turns golden brown, about 6–8 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder. Toast the spices for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly seared on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Whisk in the plain yogurt until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour in the coconut milk, stir to combine, and season with salt.
  8. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.
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