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Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice

Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice

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Discover the joy of cooking with this Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice. This delightful dish brings the rich, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine right to your table in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy sauce made from yogurt and coconut cream, each bite is a warm embrace for your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or entertaining guests, this korma recipe is both comforting and nourishing. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm flatbreads to create a satisfying meal everyone will love. Elevate your dinner experience by garnishing with fresh coriander for a burst of flavor.

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 double cream
  • 2 tbsp freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
  • Boiled rice and/or flatbread (such as chapati or naan)

Instructions

  1. Heat ghee or sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium heat; sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add chicken pieces; cook until sealed and golden (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, spices, and tomato purée; cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil then simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
  5. Stir in double cream before serving.
  6. Serve over rice or with flatbread and top with fresh coriander.

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