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Indian Chicken Curry

This Indian-inspired creamy chicken curry recipe is delicious and easy to make. The aromatic spices and flavors are a delight to the senses! Delicious with fresh naan and basmati or yellow rice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • salt to taste
  • 2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • ¾ cup coconut milk
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until lightly browned.
  2. Stir in garlic, curry powder, cinnamon, paprika, bay leaf, ginger, sugar, and salt. Continue stirring for 2 minutes.
  3. Add chicken pieces, tomato paste, yogurt, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
  4. Remove bay leaf, and stir in lemon juice and cayenne pepper. Simmer 5 more minutes.
  5. Serve hot with rice and naan and enjoy!