Best 4 Chicken Chickpea Curry Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to India, where the vibrant flavors of chicken and chickpeas dance together in a symphony of spices. This classic chicken chickpea curry is a delectable dish that embodies the essence of Indian cuisine, offering a perfect balance of warmth, richness, and aromatic complexity.

This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating an authentic chicken chickpea curry that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Delhi or Mumbai. From the initial preparation of marinating the succulent chicken in a blend of aromatic spices, to the careful sautéing of onions, ginger, and garlic, each step is explained in detail to ensure success in your culinary endeavor.

The recipe also includes valuable tips and suggestions for customizing the curry to your personal preferences. Whether you prefer a milder or spicier dish, or if you have dietary restrictions, this recipe offers the flexibility to tailor it to your needs. Additionally, the article provides insights into the cultural significance of this dish in Indian cuisine, making it an enriching experience for food enthusiasts and culture seekers alike.

So, embark on this culinary adventure and prepare to indulge in the delectable flavors of chicken chickpea curry. Gather your ingredients, follow the detailed instructions, and savor the moment as you create this iconic dish that will undoubtedly become a staple in your home cooking repertoire.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKPEA AND CHICKEN CURRY



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This is a delicious, fast and easy meal that makes great leftovers for lunch too! Serve with rice.

Provided by Claudia

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon ketchup
½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup water, or as needed
4 sprigs cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the onion and chicken until the onion is dark brown, and the chicken is golden, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium, and stir in the garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, and clove. Cook and stir until the spices are fragrant and the garlic has softened slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the garbanzo beans, ketchup, tomato paste, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 10 minutes. Uncover, and increase heat to medium-high, and allow the sauce to reduce to your desired consistency. Stir in additional water if too thick. Garnish with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1027.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

CHICKEN-CHICKPEA CURRY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 large shallots, halved
1 2-inch piece ginger, peeled
1/2 to 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
1 teaspoon curry powder
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
2 cups frozen cut okra or sliced fresh okra
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for topping
Plain yogurt and naan bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Pulse 3 chopped tomatoes, the shallots, ginger, jalapeno, curry powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor until smooth. Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the tomato mixture and cook, stirring often, until darkened and paste-like, 10 to 12 minutes (add water as needed if the mixture is sticking).
  • Add 2 1/2 cups water to the pot and bring to a simmer. Add the chickpeas and cook, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken, okra and cilantro. Cook, stirring gently, until the okra is crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Divide among bowls and top with yogurt, more cilantro and the remaining chopped tomato. Serve with naan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 742 milligrams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 24 grams

CHICKEN AND CHICKPEA CURRY



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Make and share this Chicken and Chickpea Curry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Hobittual

Categories     Curries

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

500 g chicken breasts
2 cooking onions
750 g mushrooms
6 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons pickled ginger
25 ml vegetable ghee or 25 ml oil
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons turmeric
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 green cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
4 bay leaves
500 ml pasata or sieved tomatoes
100 ml plain yogurt
400 g chickpeas
280 ml coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Chop chicken, onion and mushrooms, slice garlic very thinly.
  • Heat the Ghee till it is just sizzling in a large wok or a heavy saucepan.
  • Fry the onions with the garlic, ginger, cardamoms and bay leaves. Stir for 5-10 min until the onions are soft,then add the chicken,stir again for 3 min then turn down the heat so the chicken stays fairly soft.
  • After 10 min stir in the mushrooms, combine all the spices and tip them in the pan, add the salt, turning everything over rapidly until the spices have covered everything.
  • Now quickly, as everything will start to stick, add the pasata (sieved tomato), yogurt, coconut milk and the drained chick peas.
  • Heat through until boiling stirring fairly often, then simmer until the sauce is quite thick but smooth possibly 20-25 min, add a little boiling water if it is reducing rapidly.
  • Serve with rice or Indian breads, possibly with chilled chopped fresh tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 64.8, Sodium 666.1, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 6, Protein 26.6

CHICKPEA & CHICKEN COCONUT GREEN CURRY RECIPE - (4.2/5)



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Provided by Loni

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package chicken tenders or breasts, cut into cubes
2 shallots, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons green curry paste
1-1/2 tablespoons chili & garlic sauce
1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
2 cups water
1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
1 bunch Swiss chard, cleaned, trimmed and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy bottomed pot. Add in cubed chicken and cook over medium heat until almost fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. 2. Add shallots and continue to cook until the shallots are softened, about another 5-6 minutes. 3. Add in the curry paste, chili paste, kosher salt, ginger, coconut milk, and 1 cup of water. Stir to combine, then bring to a boil. 4. Stir in the additional cup of water and bring back up to a boil, then add the drained and rinsed chickpeas and bamboo shoots and simmer for 20 minutes. 5. Add in the Swiss chard. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve over rice or as a soup with naan to dip. Tip: When you're trimming the chard, the thicker, whiter parts are generally too tough to eat, but the smaller, more tender colored stalks and all of the leafy greens will soften as they cook.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the onion, garlic, and ginger by hand.
  • Be sure to toast the spices before adding them to the curry. This will bring out their flavor.
  • If you like your curry spicy, add an extra teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the curry with rice, naan, or roti.

Conclusion:

This chicken chickpea curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The curry is packed with flavor, thanks to the aromatic spices and the creamy coconut milk. The chicken and chickpeas add protein and texture to the dish, while the vegetables provide a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals. Serve the curry with rice, naan, or roti for a complete and satisfying meal.

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