Creamy Chicken Korma

Name: Creamy Chicken Korma
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 0.25 cup cashew halves; 0.25 cup boiling water; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 bay leaves, crumbled; 1 large onion, minced; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - diced; 1 cup chicken broth; 0.25 cup tomato sauce; 0.5 cup heavy cream; 0.5 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with equal parts water

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This mild Northern Indian-style chicken korma recipe simmers chicken, garlic, ginger, and cashews in a delicious, creamy, fragrant yogurt sauce. Serve it over basmati or sticky rice. Add more chili or cayenne for extra heat.

Submitted by Trina

Updated on February 28, 2025

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

4

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¼ cup cashew halves
¼ cup boiling water
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (½-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1 large onion, minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup tomato sauce
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Directions

Cover cashews with boiling water in a small bowl. Set aside, 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, combine garlic and ginger in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth. Set aside.
Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Add bay leaves. Cook 30 seconds. Stir in onion. Cook until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic-ginger paste, coriander, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. Stir in chicken. Cook 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and tomato sauce. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, place cashews, soaking water, heavy cream, and yogurt in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth.
Stir cashew mixture into wok. Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Whisk cornstarch and 1 teaspoon water together. Stir into the wok, and continue cooking, 1 to 2 minutes more.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

399	Calories
28g	Fat
14g	Carbs
25g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 399
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g	35%
Saturated Fat 10g	50%
Cholesterol 95mg	32%
Sodium 528mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 25g	51%
Vitamin C 7mg	8%
Calcium 120mg	9%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 528mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Creamy Chicken Korma

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