High Protein Boneless Chicken Curry
Indulge in the hearty flavors of this High Protein Boneless Chicken Curry, a wholesome and nutritious dish that's perfect for satisfying both your taste buds and dietary goals. Tender pieces of marinated boneless chicken breast are infused with a creamy Greek yogurt base, then simmered to perfection in a bold and aromatic tomato-based curry spiced with turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this protein-packed curry is a fantastic option for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or warm naan, making it a delicious and versatile main course for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless chicken breast
- 150 grams Greek yogurt
- 1 large onion
- 4 units garlic cloves
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 200 grams tomato puree
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 200 milliliters water
Directions
Step 1
Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with 0.5 teaspoon of salt, half of the ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric powder. Add the chicken pieces to this marinade and let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
Step 3
Finely chop the onion. Peel and mince the garlic and ginger.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan, sautéing for another minute until fragrant.
Step 6
Stir in the tomato puree, remaining salt, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and water. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 7
Add the marinated chicken pieces to the sauce, mixing well to coat all the pieces.
Step 8
Cover the pan and let it simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Step 9
Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and stir. Let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 10
Garnish with finely chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm with rice or naan.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1327.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1269.3 |
| Total Fat 47.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.2g | |
| Cholesterol 435mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4125.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.3g | |
| Protein 159.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3076.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories