Introduction
Chicken curry is like a warm hug for your taste buds. It is a very famous dish and loved all over the world. In this blog, we’re going to explore a healthy chicken curry recipe that doesn’t compromise on flavour but makes smart choices for a balanced meal. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe will surely become a favourite in your kitchen.
Total time to prepare chicken curry – 30-40 mins
Servings – 2-3 servings
**Ingredients You’ll Need:**
– 500g chicken cut into mid sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons mustard oil
– 2 large onion, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon garlic, grated
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon ginger and garlic paste
– 1 large tomato
– 100g low-fat yogurt
– 2 teaspoon chicken masala/garam masala
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon coriander powder
– 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
– Rock Salt as per taste
– 6 ground cardamom
– 1 Cinnamon
**Instructions:**
1. Marinate the Chicken: Overnight
– In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, yogurt, half of the garlic and ginger paste, coriander powder, turmeric powder, chicken masala, rock salt, and mustard oil. Ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
2. Saute the Aromatics:
– Heat 1 tablespoon of mustard oil in a large cast iron kadai. Add cummins, cinnamon, chopped onion, grated garlic and ginger. Cook until the onions become slightly brown and release a fragrance.
3. Add Tomatoes:
– Wash and remove seeds inside of Tomato (helps to prevent stone in kidney). Add sliced tomatoes, Rock salt, ginger garlic paste and Turmeric powder and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften.
4. Add Marinated Chicken to the Kadai:
– Mix the marinated chicken pieces to the kadai. And stir well with tomato and onion mix.
5. Simmer and Finish:
– Turn down the heat, put a lid on it, and let it gently simmer for around 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked, and the flavours blend harmoniously. If the gravy is too thick, add some water to match the consistency.
6. Serve and Garnish:
– Serve your healthy chicken curry hot, garnished with ground cardamom. You can eat it with brown rice or whole wheat roti for lunch.
Below is the video of the Chicken curry recipe :-
Conclusion
This healthy chicken curry recipe offers all the comforting flavours of a healthy chicken curry while maintaining a balanced approach to nutrition. It’s proof that healthy eating can be both delicious and satisfying. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and enjoy a nourishing meal that’s as good for your body as it is for your soul. Bon appétit!