Indian Curry Chicken

Curry chicken is a popular and flavorful dish enjoyed in many parts of the world, with variations in ingredients and preparation methods depending on regional and cultural preferences. Below is a basic recipe for making curry chicken. Please note that you can adjust the ingredients and spices to suit your taste and spice level.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds (about 900 grams) boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated or minced
• 2 tablespoons curry powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes (or 2-3 fresh tomatoes, chopped)
• 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken:

• Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Sauté the Aromatics:

• Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
• Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the Spices:

• Add the curry powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, and chili powder to the sautéed aromatics. Stir well to coat the onions and spices.

Cook the Chicken:

• Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are no longer pink on the outside, about 5-7 minutes.

Tomatoes and Coconut Milk:

• Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and stir to combine.
• Add the coconut milk to the pan, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Simmer and Cook:

• Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the curry simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally.

Season and Serve:

• Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.
• Serve the curry chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves if desired. It's commonly served with rice, naan bread, or roti.

Feel free to customize this curry chicken recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers, peas, or potatoes for extra texture and flavor. Additionally, you can adjust the level of spiciness by varying the amount of chili powder or by adding fresh chili peppers to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade curry chicken!