Ingredients:
For the Marinade:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
For the Masala:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 tomato, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- Salt to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
- Add the chicken to the bowl and stir until well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the ginger paste and garlic paste to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomato to the skillet and cook until it has broken down and become soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, fennel powder, cinnamon powder, cardamom powder, and black pepper powder to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until it is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until it is cooked through and tender.
- Season the curry with salt to taste and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or naan bread.
Enjoy your flavorful and creamy Chicken Malabar!