Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 cup coconut milk or cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for a minute.
- Stir in ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder; cook for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk or cream, season with salt, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels according to taste.
- You can substitute coconut milk with yogurt for a tangy flavor.
- For a richer sauce, add a spoonful of cream or butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg