Indian Chicken Korma Curry
Loaded with flavor, Chicken Korma Curry is a traditional Indian dish that is so creamy. Simply marinate boneless chicken thighs in a blend of spices, cashews, and almonds, then cook with veggies for a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. chicken thighs boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil divided
- 1 sweet onion finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper finely diced
- 1-1 ¼ cup coconut milk lite, divided*
Korma Curry Sauce:
- 2 tsp. garam masala
- ½ tsp. cardamon
- ½ tsp. turmeric
- ½ tsp. coriander
- ⅛ tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1 ½ tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. sugar or coconut sugar
- ⅓ cup cashews raw
- ⅓ cup almonds raw
- ⅓ cup coconut flakes or shredded, unsweetened
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 jalapeño pepper or cayenne pepper, finely diced
- 1 ½ tsp. ginger paste
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
To Serve:
- Rice cooked, optional
- Cilantro optional
- Cashews optional
Instructions
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In a small bowl use a whisk to combine garam masala, cardamon, turmeric, coriander, nutmeg, salt, and sugar.
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Add spices, cashews, almonds, coconut, lemon juice, diced jalapeño pepper, garlic, and ginger to the bowl of a food processor or high speed blender. Pulse 10 times and then process for 10-20 seconds, or until ingredients start to form a paste. While still processing, slowly add in ¾ cup coconut milk and process until well combined.
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Place korma sauce in a large bowl with chicken. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
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Add 1-2 tablespoons olive oil, onion, and bell pepper to a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until onions begin to brown slightly.
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Add 1-2 tablespoons olive oil and chicken with marinade. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes over medium heat. Cover skillet and continue cooking chicken for 12-15 minutes over medium-low heat, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
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Stir in remaining coconut milk until the curry is to your desired consistency. Serve chicken korma curry over rice or cauliflower rice with additional chopped cashews and cilantro.
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Recipe Notes
- Can also use heavy cream or half and half for a more authentic version.
- Nutrition facts are calculated without rice or cauliflower rice.
- Feel free to use chicken breasts or bone-in chicken thighs with the bones removed.