Best 6 Moms Chicken Curry Recipes

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**Moms Chicken Curry: A Journey of Flavors and Comfort:**

Embark on a culinary adventure with Mom's Chicken Curry, a dish that captures the essence of comfort and warmth. Originating from the bustling kitchens of Indian households, this classic recipe is a symphony of fragrant spices, tender chicken, and a velvety gravy that will tantalize your taste buds. In this comprehensive guide, we present not just one, but three variations of Mom's Chicken Curry, each with its unique twist and flavor profile. From the traditional Indian-style curry to a Thai-inspired coconut curry and an aromatic Mughlai-style curry, this article is your gateway to a world of culinary exploration. Get ready to immerse yourself in the delightful nuances of Mom's Chicken Curry as we unveil the secrets behind this timeless dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN CURRY



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This chicken curry recipe is family-friendly and easy enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it with basmati rice and dinner is done!

Provided by Jennifer Segal, inspired by Cooks Illustrated

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ¼-inch strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2½ teaspoons curry powder, divided
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups low sodium chicken broth, best quality such as Swanson
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons sugar
1 cup frozen peas (no need to thaw)
¼ cup plain low fat (2%) or whole Greek yogurt (do not use nonfat)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken evenly with ¾ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper and 1 teaspoon curry powder.
  • Heat 1½ tablespoons of oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat until just smoking. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned but still pink in spots, about 3 minutes. Transfer the partially cooked chicken to a clean bowl and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1½ tablespoons oil to the skillet and set heat to medium. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger and remaining 1½ teaspoons curry powder and cook until fragrant, about a minute more.
  • Whisk the chicken broth and cornstarch together to dissolve the cornstarch, then add to the skillet along with the sugar and ⅛ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook until the sauce is nicely thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the peas and partially cooked chicken to the skillet, turn the heat down to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, a few minutes. Off the heat, stir in the yogurt and cilantro; then season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361, Fat 16g, Carbohydrate 15g, Protein 36g, SaturatedFat 2g, Sugar 6g, Fiber 3g, Sodium 830mg, Cholesterol 93mg

MOM'S CHICKEN CURRY



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We love this dish. It is fast and easy, too! My mom would usually serve it with a variety of condiments to go on top like coconut, pineapple, raisins, bacon, peanuts, etc.

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Curries

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 tablespoons flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
4 cups cooked chicken, cut up
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Saute onion in butter with curry powder.
  • Blend in flour and other seasonings.
  • Cook on low until smooth.
  • Stir in broth and milk slowly with whisk to make sure to get all the lumps out.
  • Bring to boil. Boil for one minute or until thickened while stirring.
  • Stir in chicken and lemon juice.
  • Serve over rice.
  • Enjoy!

IRRESISTIBLE CHICKEN CURRY



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This Indian-inspired chicken curry is rich, creamy and saucy. Serve it with rice or naan bread so that you have something to pick up all of the creamy sauce. We do not recommend substituting the yogurt or cream in this recipe since they add richness and flavor to the sauce.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Main

Time 1h5m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 to 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional for heat, add an extra 1/4 teaspoon for medium-spicy
6 medium cloves garlic, peeled
A 1-inch cube of fresh ginger, peeled
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or use ghee
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 tablespoons full-fat plain unsweetened yogurt
1 teaspoon Garam Masala, see notes
3 tablespoons heavy cream
Handful cilantro leaves, chopped, optional for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, and then add to a bowl. If you'd like to leave the chicken uncut or if you are using bone-in chicken pieces, the chicken can be left whole.
  • Scatter 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper over the chicken. Toss well and set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  • Make ahead: The chicken can be left to marinate up to 24 hours, keep it covered and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Add garlic, ginger, onion and 1/2 cup of water to a blender or food processor. Blend until mostly smooth. An immersion blender with cup attachment can also be used.
  • Heat the oil or ghee in a wide skillet (with lid) over medium-high heat. Arrange the marinated chicken into the pan so that it is in one layer and brown on both sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and place the skillet back onto the heat.
  • Add the onion-ginger mixture and cook, stirring often, until all of the water has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon coriander and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric over the onion-ginger mixture, and cook for about 20 seconds. Stir in the tomato paste, turn the heat down to medium-low and then cook another minute.
  • Add the yogurt, a tablespoon at a time, stirring it into the sauce before adding anymore.
  • Return the chicken pieces and any accumulated juices to the pan along with the remaining cup of water and 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, turn the heat down to a simmer, and then cover with a lid. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and stir in the Garam Masala and cream. Taste the sauce and add the final 1/4 teaspoon of salt if you feel that it is needed (we almost always add it).
  • Turn the heat back up to medium-high and cook, stirring gently every now and them, until the sauce has reduced a bit and thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with fresh cilantro scattered on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 of the recipe, Calories 330, Fat 19.2g, SaturatedFat 11.6g, Cholesterol 141.8mg, Sodium 1022.8mg, Carbohydrate 7.8g, Fiber 1.2g, Sugar 3.2g, Protein 30.8g

MOM'S CHICKEN CURRY



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Super savory, this recipe is a terrific choice for a nice night in or for your next dinner party!

Provided by Natalie Robello

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 Tbsp butter
3 clove garlic
2 Tbsp flour
4-6 skinless boneless chicken breasts
lawrry's garlic salt
1 large onion
2 bay leaves
2 apples such as golden delicious
2 Tbsp curry
1 tsp paprika
1/2 c golden raisins (if you like more or less adjust accordingly)
1 knorr chicken bouillon cube
8 oz heavy whipping cream or a can of coconut milk
2 c water
1 Tbsp each of chutney on their respective plates
1 can(s) large slices peaches in heavy syrup
2-4 c rice (i use jasmine rice)

Steps:

  • 1. Add Larry's Garlic salt and pepper to diced chicken and brown in butter. When fully cooked add finally chopped onion, garlic, bay leaves, and finely chopped peeled apple.
  • 2. When onions are cooked add flour and let the flour coat everything. Add curry, paprika and water.
  • 3. When sauce is thick enough add raisins and bouillon cube. Let it cook on medium low or simmer for a while so that apples dissipate in the sauce.
  • 4. At the end add heavy cream.
  • 5. Serve with rice, peaches in their syrup, and a fine chutney.
  • 6. If you decide to use coconut milk, you may want to cook it longer so some of the liquid evaporates to a thicker consistency or use less coconut milk than the full can.

INDIAN CHICKEN CURRY (MURGH KARI)



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This is a really good recipe for spicy Indian chicken curry. It's pretty easy to make and tastes really good!

Provided by Ayshren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons salt
½ cup cooking oil
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon water
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup water
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken breasts with 2 teaspoons salt.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat; partially cook the chicken in the hot oil in batches until completely browned. Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a plate and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat under the skillet to medium-high; add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the oil remaining in the skillet and cook and stir until the onion turns translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon of water into the onion mixture; allow to heat together for about 1 minute while stirring. Mix the tomatoes, yogurt, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, and 1 teaspoon salt into the mixture. Return the chicken breast to the skillet along with any juices on the plate. Pour 1/2 cup water into the mixture; bring to a boil, turning the chicken to coat with the sauce. Sprinkle the garam masala and 1 tablespoon cilantro over the chicken.
  • Cover the skillet and simmer until the chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sprinkle with lemon juice to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 94.7 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1370.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

MOM'S CHICKEN CURRY



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My mother's chicken curry. So aromatic that once in college I was picked up by my father at school after a cold, wet weekend of caving, got into our small car and said accusatorily "You had curry for dinner!!!" Like the old recipe for hare (First catch your hare) this goes more quickly if you have roasted, skinned and boned your chicken in advance. I pour a cup to cup and a half of water into the roasting pan and use this plus additional water to deglaze the pan (enough to yield one cup of defatted pan drippings in water). This gives you your cup of water that you need later in the recipe when you add the chicken.

Provided by ladimo

Categories     Asian

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium yellow onions (a hot onion, not Vidalia)
4 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 cup water
4 -5 hot dried Thai chiles
3/4 cup water
6 tablespoons oil, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons hot curry powder
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 1/2 lbs oven-roasted chicken meat, torn into pieces
1 cup water, mixed with pan drippings from chicken (defatted)
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 pint plain yogurt (lowfat or nonfat is okay) or 1/2 pint sour cream (lowfat or nonfat is okay)

Steps:

  • Place Step 1 ingredients into blender or food processer & blend until smooth.
  • Heat 3 T oil in a large shallow saute pan or frying pan and add the cumin and the onion mixture from step 1. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until water has evaporated -- about 25 minutes. Add 3 more T oil. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • When oil starts to separate from onion mixture, add Step 3 ingredients (tomato paste, curry powder, turmeric and salt)& blend thoroughly. Turn down heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add torn, cooked chicken,1 cup chicken drippings in water, & 1 t fresh lemon juice (Step 4 ingredients). Mix thoroughly, coating chicken pieces. Cover and simmer about 10-15 minutes.
  • Just before serving, add 1/2 pint plain nonfat yogurt, stir and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.3, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 68.9, Sodium 391.5, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 22

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your curry.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala are all classic Indian spices that work well in chicken curry, but you can also add others, such as ginger, garlic, and chili powder.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • Serve chicken curry with rice or naan bread. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken curry is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken. Chicken curry can be made in a variety of ways, and there are many different recipes to choose from. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, chicken curry is sure to please.

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