Indian Chicken Korma

How do you make a chicken korma?

This easy Chicken Korma recipe is made using a spiced yogurt marinade, butter cooked chicken and onions that is lightened with cream. Apart from time it marinates, the curry can be made in just 45 minutes.

Is a korma a curry?

Yes, korma is an Indian Curry dish made with garam masala.

What vegetables can you put in a chicken korma?

The classic chicken korma recipe includes onions, garlic and ginger but red bell peppers, carrots or potatoes would work well in the dish as well as they’d complement the lighter flavors of the korma curry.

Can you substitute coconut milk?

Absolutely. If you have a preference for coconut milk to heavy cream you can add it in. I prefer heavy cream personally for it’s richness and because it doesn’t compete with the flavors of the spices in the chicken korma.

What can I substitute for Garam Masala seasoning? You can make your own! Here’s a great homemade version for you:

Homemade Garam Masala Recipe:

3 1/2 tablespoons ground cardamom
2 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
3 tablespoons ground cloves
3 tablespoons coarse ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
Add the spices to a dry skillet and cook on medium heat, stirring frequently until you can smell the spices.
Let them cool before adding them to a covered container to use within 2 months.

Ingredients

6 chicken thighs boneless and skinless

2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sized piece of fresh ginger peeled
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 cup almonds
3/4 cup greek yogurt
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion diced
1/4 cup heavy cream
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Instructions

Note: click on times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer while cooking.
Cut the chicken thighs into small 1 1/2 to 2 inch chunks and put them in a large bowl.
Add the tomato paste, ginger, garlic, garam masala, crushed red pepper, paprika, cardamom, salt, turmeric and almonds into a food processor on high
speed until completely smooth.
Add the mixture to the bowl with the chicken along with the yogurt and mix well.
Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
Add the canola oil and butter to a large cast iron skillet or heavy skillet on medium high heat.
Add the onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until just caramelized.
Add in the chicken and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Add the heavy cream to the skillet and mix well, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.