CHICKEN KORMA II

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In this mild Northern Indian dish, chicken is simmered in a creamy fragrant sauce with onion, garlic, ginger and cashews. Serve over basmati or sticky rice. Add more chili or cayenne for more heat.

Provided by Trina

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup cashew halves
¼ cup boiling water
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1 large onion, minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - diced
¼ cup tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with equal parts water

Steps:

  • Place cashews in a small bowl, and pour the boiling water over nuts. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes. Place garlic and ginger in food processor and blend until smooth; set aside.
  • Heat oil in wok over medium heat. Cook the bay leaves in hot oil for 30 seconds. Stir in onion, and cook until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Mix in garlic/ginger paste, and season with coriander, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir in chicken, and cook for about 5 minutes. Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, place the cashews, along with the water in which they were soaked, and the cream and yogurt into food processor. Process until smooth.
  • Stir the cashew mixture into the chicken and onions. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cornstarch mixture, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 95.4 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 527.9 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

Abdullah Chowdhury
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This chicken korma is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker, so I can just set it and forget it. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Basant Danuwar (बसन्त दनुवार)
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I made this chicken korma for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it, and I got lots of compliments. The recipe is easy to follow, and the dish is sure to impress your guests.


Razwan Khan
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This chicken korma is delicious, but it's a bit too rich for my taste. I would recommend using less heavy cream, or even substituting Greek yogurt for some of the cream.


harpreet marok
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I've made this chicken korma several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love that it's not too spicy, so my kids can enjoy it too.


Ariyan Tuhin
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This chicken korma is a bit spicy for my taste, but it's still really good. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


beau bradbury
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut milk, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did, because the chicken korma was delicious! The coconut milk added a creamy and flavorful richness to the sauce.


Shannon Hagen
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This chicken korma is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it in my slow cooker, so I can just set it and forget it. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Shoaib khan Shoaib khan
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I made this chicken korma for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it, and I got lots of compliments. The recipe is easy to follow, and the dish is sure to impress your guests.


Abbi Jablonski
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken korma is delicious, and the flavors are amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Indian food.


Mila Funes
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I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this chicken korma was really good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Vincent Alex
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This was my first time making chicken korma, and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow, and the dish turned out amazing. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Yuyamyat poepoe
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I love that it's not too spicy, so my kids can enjoy it too.


Ali Mujtaba
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This chicken korma recipe is a keeper! The flavors are rich and complex, and the chicken is so tender. I served it with basmati rice and a side of naan, and it was a hit with my family.