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Chicken Breast Korma
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Chicken Breast Korma

Chicken Breast Korma is a rich, creamy, and aromatic dish that originates from the Mughal kitchens of India. Korma is a type of curry that is distinguished by its luxurious, velvety texture, which comes from the use of yogurt, cream, and ground nuts.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Chicken, Curry
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 498kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp ghee or sunflower oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1.1 lb chicken breast diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1½ tsp ground coriander
  • 1½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp mild chilli powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp white pepper
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree
  • ½ cup full-fat plain yogurt
  • ½ cup coconut cream
  • 2 tbsp ground almonds
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 4 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  • Heat the fat — Melt the ghee or heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat until it shimmers but doesn’t smoke.
  • Cook the onion — Add the chopped onion and cook slowly, stirring often, until soft and lightly golden. You should hear a gentle sizzle and smell sweetness, not burning.
  • Add chicken — Stir in the chicken pieces and cook for a few minutes until the outside turns white but not browned.
  • Add garlic and ginger — Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. If the pan smells sharp, lower the heat.
  • Add the spices — Sprinkle in cumin, coriander, garam masala, chilli powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir well so the chicken is fully coated and the spices smell warm.
  • Add tomato puree — Mix it in and cook briefly until the color darkens slightly. This removes the raw taste.
  • Lower the heat — Stir in the yogurt slowly, mixing constantly so it stays smooth.
  • Add coconut cream and almonds — Pour in the coconut cream and stir in the ground almonds. The sauce should look pale and slightly thick.
  • Simmer gently — Cook on low heat for about 10 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce looks glossy.
  • Finish with cream and sugar — Stir in the cream and sugar, cook one more minute, and taste before serving. The sauce should be smooth, rich, and lightly sweet.

Nutrition

Calories: 498kcal