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Chef Sharma's Easy Chicken Curry
A straightforward and delicious Indian chicken curry recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich, aromatic tomato-onion gravy with a blend of traditional Indian spices. Inspired by Chef Sharma's viral TikTok, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Marinating the chicken
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
38m
Cook Time
1h 10m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Indian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
380
Calories
35g
Protein
20g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Cooking the aromatic masala base
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Chicken simmering in rich gravy
Instructions
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- In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.16mPreview16mPreviewIn a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a large pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.7m
Preview7mPreviewHeat cooking oil in a large pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and sauté, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. - Add the ginger-garlic paste to the browned onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the raw aroma of the paste disappears and it becomes fragrant.2m
Preview2mPreviewAdd the ginger-garlic paste to the browned onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the raw aroma of the paste disappears and it becomes fragrant. - Stir in the chopped tomatoes and slit green chilies. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and break down, releasing their juices and forming a thick gravy base, which usually takes about 5 minutes.5m
Preview5mPreviewStir in the chopped tomatoes and slit green chilies. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and break down, releasing their juices and forming a thick gravy base, which usually takes about 5 minutes. - Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala to the pan. Add a splash of water (1-2 tablespoons) to prevent the spices from burning and cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the masala.3m
Preview3mPreviewAdd the cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala to the pan. Add a splash of water (1-2 tablespoons) to prevent the spices from burning and cook for 2-3 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the masala. - Add the marinated chicken pieces to the pan. Mix well with the prepared masala, ensuring all chicken pieces are coated. Cover the pan and cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through. Add 1/2 cup of water if you prefer a thinner gravy consistency.20m
Preview20mPreviewAdd the marinated chicken pieces to the pan. Mix well with the prepared masala, ensuring all chicken pieces are coated. Cover the pan and cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through. Add 1/2 cup of water if you prefer a thinner gravy consistency. - Garnish the chicken curry with fresh chopped coriander leaves just before serving. Serve hot with your choice of rice, naan, or roti.1m
Preview1mPreviewGarnish the chicken curry with fresh chopped coriander leaves just before serving. Serve hot with your choice of rice, naan, or roti.
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