Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice
Indulge in the warmth of this Easy Homemade Chicken Korma with Flatbread or Rice. This comforting dish combines tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, aromatic sauce that is both mild and flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights, this korma is simple enough for novice cooks yet impressive enough to serve at family gatherings. The delightful blend of spices will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, making it hard to resist seconds! Pair it with fluffy rice or warm flatbreads for a satisfying meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes until sealed and lightly golden.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and spices; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in yogurt, coconut cream, ground almonds, and sugar. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in double cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg