Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry
Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry features tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato-yogurt gravy infused with ginger, garlic, and layered warming spices. The sauce is silky with a gentle, lingering heat from cayenne and garam masala, balanced by fresh cilantro and lemon. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed gathering with rice or warm flatbread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Season the chicken breasts with 2 teaspoons salt. Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over high heat. Brown the chicken in batches, adding more oil as needed, until partially cooked and golden on all sides. Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a plate and set aside.
- 3
Lower the heat to medium and add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the oil left in the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the onion is soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon water; let them heat together for about 1 minute while stirring.
- 4
Add the tomatoes, yogurt, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, and 1 teaspoon salt; stir to combine.
- 5
Return the chicken breast to the skillet along with any juices from the plate. Pour in 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil, turning the chicken to coat in the sauce. Sprinkle the garam masala and 1 tablespoon cilantro over the chicken.
- 6
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 register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 7
Drizzle with lemon juice to serve. Enjoy!
- Calories 415.14 kcal High
- Protein 39.45 g Good Source
- Carbs 15.35 g Moderate
- Total Fat 21.53 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.43 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 96.16 mg High
- Sodium 263.65 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.72 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.22 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.1 g Low Source
- Calcium 131.86 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.19 mg Moderate
- Potassium 441.98 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 17.71 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.22 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry is an Indian dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Cooking Oil, and Crushed Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 415.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry?
- It is an Indian curry recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Cooking Oil, Crushed Tomatoes, Curry Powder. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 415.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Murgh Kari: Classic Indian Chicken Curry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 7 steps.
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