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title: Ghar Ki Chicken Curry (Everyday Home-Style Chicken Curry)
servings: 4
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 36 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/everyday-chicken-curry
---

Gather @chicken thigh{700%g}, @plain yogurt{100%g}, @cumin seed{1%tsp}, @ground turmeric{0.75%tsp}, @kashmiri chili powder{2%tsp}, @ground coriander{2%tsp}, @vegetable oil{3%tbsp}, @fresh cilantro{2%tbsp} and @salt{}.

Crackle the cumin seeds in the oil, then cook the @onion{2} until deeply golden, about 8 minutes. ~{8%minutes}

Add @garlic{5%clove}, @ginger{25%g} and @green chili{2}, cook 1 minute, then stir in the turmeric, chili powder and coriander.

Add the @tomato{3} and cook it down until jammy and the oil separates at the edges, about 6 minutes. ~{6%minutes}

Add the chicken and cook, stirring, until it's coated in masala and lightly seared on the outside, about 4 minutes. ~{4%minutes}

Lower the heat and stir in the yogurt one spoonful at a time so it never splits, then add 300 ml water, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. ~{15%minutes}

Uncover and simmer 3 minutes more to your preferred gravy thickness. ~{3%minutes}

Stir in the @garam masala{1%tsp}, rest 3 minutes off the heat, and finish with cilantro before serving with rice or roti. ~{3%minutes}