Chicken Korma

Name: Chicken Korma
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 tbsp ghee (or unsalted butter); 2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup raw cashews; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 6 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed; 1 large cinnamon stick; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tsp garam masala; 1.5 tsp salt; 1 cup water; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Tender chicken thighs braised in a silky sauce of yogurt, cream, and warm spices with a cashew-onion base. A classic North Indian dish that is rich, mildly sweet, and deeply aromatic.

65 minMediumServes 4460 cal/serving

IndianDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinHigh FiberLow CarbGluten-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tbsp ghee (or unsalted butter)
2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup raw cashews
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
1 large cinnamon stick
2 bay leaves
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp garam masala
1.5 tsp salt
1 cup water
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Soak 1/2 cup raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and blend with 3 tablespoons of water until completely smooth. Set the paste aside.
2

Heat 3 tbsp ghee (or unsalted butter) in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 6 lightly crushed green cardamom pods, 1 large cinnamon stick, and 2 bay leaves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Add 2 large thinly sliced yellow onion and cook, stirring, until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
4

Stir in 6 minced garlic cloves and 2 tsp grated fresh ginger and cook for 2 minutes. Add 1 tsp ground coriander and 1/2 tsp ground turmeric and stir for 30 seconds.
5

Add the cashew paste and cook, stirring continuously, for 2 to 3 minutes until the paste darkens slightly.
6

Add 2 lbs cut into 2-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs and 1.5 tsp salt, stirring to coat in the masala. Cook for 5 minutes, turning the pieces to brown lightly on all sides.
7

Whisk 1/2 cup whole-milk plain yogurt until smooth, then pour it in slowly while stirring to prevent curdling. Add 1 cup water, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8

Verify the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tsp garam masala, simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
9

Discard the cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Taste and adjust salt. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve with basmati rice or naan.

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What is Chicken Korma?

Tender chicken thighs braised in a silky sauce of yogurt, cream, and warm spices with a cashew-onion base. A classic North Indian dish that is rich, mildly sweet, and deeply aromatic. This reference files it under Indian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Chicken Korma reach?

For Chicken Korma, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 8. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the soak in Chicken Korma?

Step 1 reads: "Soak 1/2 cup raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain and blend with 3 tablespoons of water until completely smooth." Better not. The soak in step 1 hydrates the ingredient so it softens evenly in the time given; skipping it means a longer cook and a less even texture.

What can I use instead of ghee in Chicken Korma?

The entry for Chicken Korma calls for 3 tbsp ghee (or unsalted butter). In its place: Use unsalted butter where the heat is moderate, or a neutral oil where it is high. Clarifying butter yourself takes about ten minutes.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Chicken Korma?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Chicken Korma uses 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces.

Is Chicken Korma low-carb?

A serving of Chicken Korma carries 0 g of carbohydrate, 9 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 0 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 0 percent.

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