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Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice

Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice. This delightful dish blends tender chicken pieces with a creamy, aromatic sauce enriched by fragrant spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this korma is both simple to prepare and highly customizable. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm flatbread for a meal that brings everyone together. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can create a satisfying dinner that packs in flavor without the fuss.

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 full-fat 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

Instructions

  1. Heat ghee or sunflower oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and spices; cook for about 2 minutes to release flavors.
  4. Mix in tomato purée, yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for 6–8 minutes.
  5. Stir in double cream just before serving.
  6. Serve over boiled rice or with flatbread garnished with fresh coriander.

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