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Lighter Chicken Korma

featured in Recipes For Indian Food Lovers

Experience a guilt-free, flavor-packed journey with this Lighter Chicken Korma recipe. It's a healthier twist on the classic Indian dish that will leave your taste buds dancing and your waistline intact!

Ellie Holland
Tasty Team
95% would make again
Total Time

45 minutes

45 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

30 minutes

30 min

Lighter Chicken Korma
Total Time

45 minutes

45 min

Prep Time

15 minutes

15 min

Cook Time

30 minutes

30 min

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken breast (500 g), diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, grated
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, crushed
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 ¼ cups water (300 mL)
  • ½ cup passata sauce (130 mL), or tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon single cream
  • 4 tablespoons low fat natural yogurt

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 189
  • Fat 4g
  • Carbs 8g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 4g
  • Protein 27g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken and season with the salt and pepper. Fry for 6-8 minutes or until cooked through.
  3. Take the chicken out and set aside.
  4. Fry the onions with the garlic and ginger for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in all the spices and fry for another 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the water and passata sauce. Bring to a boil.
  7. Place a lid on top of the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Stir in the cream and the yogurt.
  9. Add in the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  10. Serve with rice, salad, and naan bread.
  11. Enjoy!
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