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Chicken Korma Recipe

Chicken Korma

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  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp ghee, coconut oil or olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 tsp freshly minced ginger
  • 2 heaped tbsp korma paste (see note 1 about gluten)
  • 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 400 ml (14 fl oz) coconut cream 
  • 1 tsp sugar

To serve

  • 4 tbsp plain yoghurt
  • ¼ cup (7 g) coriander (cilantro), roughly chopped
  • Steamed basmati rice
  • Papadums (see note 1 about gluten)
  • Pineapple & coriander salsa (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the onion and ginger and cook for 2–3 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add the korma paste and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes, until sealed.
  4. Add the coconut cream and sugar and simmer for 8 minutes.
  5. Top with a swirl of plain yoghurt and a sprinkle of coriander, if using.
  6. Serve with steamed basmati rice, papadums and pineapple & coriander salsa.

Notes

Note 1 – Although most korma pastes and papadums are gluten-free, always check the labels to be 100% sure.

MAKE AHEAD

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave. 

LEFTOVERS

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave. 

  • Author: Nicole
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: chicken, chicken korma
  • Method: deep pan, simmer
  • Cuisine: Indian