Spicy Chicken Curry Recipe

Spicy Chicken Curry Recipe

**Ingredients:**

– **For the Chicken Curry:**
– 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise
– 2-3 red chilies, whole (optional, for extra heat)
– 2 teaspoons ground cumin
– 2 teaspoons ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
– 1 teaspoon garam masala
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1 cup tomato puree
– 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream (for a richer curry)
– 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
– Salt to taste
– Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Chicken:**
– In a large bowl, season the chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and set aside.

2. **Cook the Aromatics:**
– Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat.
– Add the chopped onions and cook until they are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
– Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

3. **Add Spices:**
– Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, chili powder, garam masala, cinnamon, and cardamom to the pan.
– Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent them from burning.
– Add the slit green chilies and whole red chilies (if using) to the mixture.

4. **Cook the Chicken:**
– Add the chicken pieces to the pan, stirring to coat them with the spices.
– Cook the chicken until it starts to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

5. **Add Liquids:**
– Pour in the tomato puree and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
– Add the coconut milk (or heavy cream) and chicken broth or water. Stir well to combine.
– Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened to your liking.

6. **Final Touches:**
– Taste the curry and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
– Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

7. **Serve:**
– Serve the spicy chicken curry hot with steamed rice, naan, or your favorite bread.

Enjoy this warming, spicy chicken curry that’s full of deep, rich flavors! Adjust the heat by varying the number of chilies according to your taste preference.