How to Make a Simple Chicken Curry at Home

Table of Content

• Beef Curry with Rice
• More Indian Main Course Dishes
• Curry Variations
• STEP 3: SERVE
• Easy curry recipes for beginners

Fancy a curry but haven't got too much time on your hands? This easy veggie version of a classic Thai curry is ready in under an hour and contains 3 of your 5-a-day. Try our vegetarian green Thai curry here. You can use any type of curry powder you want or that you are familiar with to make this recipe. I only use mild or hot curry, my favourite brands are the ones I grew up using in Nigeria, Ducross or Lion brand. In a large pot set over medium-high heat, add ghee or oil of your choice.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft and golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Slowly stir in curry powder until well blended. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F . If you make your own curry or garam masala spice blend, add extra cayenne pepper to the mix. When using store-bought spices or curry pastes, the easiest way to add spice is to add fresh chilies like jalapeno, serrano, habanero or Scotch bonnet.

Beef Curry with Rice

Make sure you use just enough water to partially cover the chicken. Cover and cook on a low to medium heat until soft tender. This may vary depending on the age of the chicken or the size of the pieces. Do not cook on a high temperature. But too lazy to get into the long-drawn process of making it?

You can prep your chicken in advance. Store in an airtight container or zip top bag in the refrigerator for up to two days. For best results follow my detailed step-by-step photo instructions and tips above the recipe card. Yogurt that is not sour and has lesser whey works well in this recipe. So you can use greek yogurt or even homemade yogurt. Next fry until the tomatoes turn completely mushy and the raw smell has gone.

More Indian Main Course Dishes

Saute for 2 minutes or until onions start to get fragrant. Brush a layer of soft butter over the skin of the chicken, a pastry brush helps in this process. Add the onion, ginger, and garlic to the oil. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 15 minutes.

Add cream and corn-starch slurry. Place back in the pan and air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 7 more minutes.

Curry Variations

Definitely going to make this often. Cook the onion paste till it turns light brown in colour. Remember to stir frequently as it can easily stick to the bottom and burn.

Let me show you how to make the best with my step by step guide. Pour in the tomatoes then reduce the heat, partially cover and allow to simmer for minutes until the chicken is tender. Thanks once again, Swasthi for a super easy chicken curry. If you don’t like chunky curry with onions and tomatoes then blend the onion tomato masala with half cup water in a blender.

If that's what you're here for then this recipe is for you. If you'd rather find a more Indian-style simple curry recipe, feel free to skip ahead to the next three methods. Here is a recipe for what your English-speaking grandparents knew as curry. Add spices and cook until very fragrant, 1 minute.

Serve it with Butter naan, tandoori roti, Jeera rice or plain basmati rice. Combine the chicken, red curry paste, and yellow curry powder in a large bowl. Mix well until the chicken pieces are coated in the seasoning.

STEP 3: SERVE

It doesn’t need to be cooked through—there will be plenty of time for that later! Then, remove it to a plate and set it aside while you brown the rest of the meat. You might find it in supermarket aisles in the USA and the UK, but you’re unlikely to find it on a grocery list in India. Most recipes call for a specific blend of specific Indian spices and herbs depending on the region and the type of meat or vegetables being used. A common one is garam masala, a warm Indian spice blend that includes cinnamon, cloves and plenty of black pepper.

Make sure you have these essential Indian cooking tools in your kitchen. If you want to take your curry to the next level, check out our best side dishes to serve with a curry. I add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity from the tomatoes but this is optional. Once the sauce is at the right consistency, strain in a fine sieve or through a cheesecloth.

How to make the chicken curry

Ready in under an hour and featuring our favourite Indian cheese, paneer, this budget curry is always a winner. The crisped up paneer, cooked cauliflower and spices are simmered in a pan until tender, taking the work out of preparing a meal. Treat yourself to cauliflower, paneer & pea curry.