How to Make Chicken Curry: Simple and Authentic Chicken Curry Sauce Recipe

How to make chicken curry that is simple, authentic, and tastes great. This mouthwatering chicken curry sauce recipe starts with the base of freshly chopped onions, ginger, and garlic cooked to perfection.

What is a Chicken Curry?
Chicken curry is a sauce or soup made of spices and aromatics such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, and garlic all simmered together in a creamy tomato-based gravy with tender pieces of chicken.

It is common in India, Thailand, and Jamaica. Each culture puts its unique spin on it but at its core lies the unmistakable essence of warm spices that perfectly complement any protein or vegetable it touches.

Today, Ill be sharing with you an incredibly delicious recipe for chicken curry sauce; its an explosion of flavor that is sure to leave you craving more!

Ingredients for chicken curry
1 and 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoon coconut oil
3 medium-sized tomatoes, grated or pulsed
1 cup chicken stock
1 medium-sized onion
3 minced garlic cloves
1 thumb-sized fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp garam masala,
1 tsp curry powder
1/2 tsp coriander
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
2 tbsp fresh cilantro

What is chicken curry sauce made of?
This flavorful and aromatic chicken curry sauce is made of a base of onions, ginger, and garlic, together with some spices like turmeric, coriander, cumin, and cumin and curry creates that signature curry flavor. Some tomatoes, chili, stock, and yogurt are also added to create a saucy base. Finally, sauteed pieces of chicken breast are cooked right into the sauce to soak up all those amazing flavors.

What is the liquid in chicken curry sauce?
The creamy golden liquid in chicken curry comes from coconut or (yogurt as the alternative). Chicken stock is also added to balance out the heat from the spices. Other types of chicken curry could make use of heavy cream or milk as the base for the sauce.

What is the difference between curry chicken and chicken curry?
The terms curry chicken and chicken curry are used interchangeably. Both terms refer to a dish that includes chicken and a blend of Indian spices which commonly include curry powder, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and cumin. However, there is only one correct way to call it which is chicken curry.

Is chicken thighs or breast better for curry sauce?
You can use chicken breast meat, bone-in chicken thighs, or even whole chicken in this curry recipe. If you are using a whole chicken, make sure to cut it into pieces. The key to making an amazing chicken curry sauce isnt about the cut of the meat, but how its cooked and spiced up.

How to make chicken curry taste better?
One way to make the chicken curry tastes better is to toast all the spices such as cumin, coriander, fennel seeds, and clove in a hot pan before blending them. This enhances their flavors tenfold. Also, you can squeeze in some fresh lime juice before serving for that subtle tangy aftertaste. Finally, always allow your dish ample time for simmering on low heat so that all those wonderful flavors have a chance to come together in perfect harmony.


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