Chicken Curry is a classic and comforting dish that’s enjoyed in various forms all over the world. This recipe provides a rich, flavorful curry with tender chicken, perfect for serving with rice, naan, or roti. Here’s how to make a delicious chicken curry from scratch.
Ingredients
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken, cut into medium-sized pieces (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable, sunflower, or mustard oil)
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 2 large tomatoes, pureed or finely chopped
- 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt, whisked
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi), crushed (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 green cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2-3 cloves
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup water (or as needed)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)