Healthy Indian Spiced Chicken Curry

About this recipe

Experience a modern twist on traditional Indian chicken curry with this healthy and easy-to-make recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish blends lean chicken with aromatic spices and a light tomato-based sauce, offering you a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will love. Perfectly paired with whole-grain rice or steamed vegetables, this curry is both flavorful and guilt-free.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
• 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken in yogurt, half of the cumin, coriander, and garam masala for at least 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat; sauté onion until soft.

3. 3

   Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in remaining spices, and add the marinated chicken. Cook until browned.

5. 5

   Pour in crushed tomatoes; bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.

7. 7

   Season with salt; garnish with cilantro.

8. 8

   Serve with whole-grain rice or steamed vegetables.