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Garlic Yoghurt Chicken Curry recipe
Tender chicken is marinated in yoghurt and simmered in a fragrant, garlic-rich sauce for a simple, comforting curry. The yoghurt gives the dish a lovely tang and creamy finish.
45 min · Medium · Indian-inspired Jump to method
Ingredients
- 200g Yoghurt
- 600g Chicken thighs
- 2 Onions
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 20g Ginger
- 2 tbsp Tomato purée
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 150ml Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 15g Fresh coriander
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal |
| Protein | 32.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.8 g |
| Fat | 24.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.7 g |
| Fibre | 2.7 g |
| Sugar | 6.1 g |
| Sodium | 770 mg |
Why this works
A protein-rich curry with moderate energy and fat, but relatively high sodium; best suited as a filling main meal rather than a low-calorie option.
High-quality protein. Chicken thighs and yoghurt provide a substantial amount of protein to support satiety and muscle maintenance.
Spice and herb antioxidants. Garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander and fresh coriander contribute antioxidant compounds and flavour without many calories.
Sodium watch-out. Adding 1 tsp of salt pushes sodium up, so this is less suitable for those trying to lower blood pressure or follow a low-salt diet.
Method
- Place the yoghurt in a bowl and stir in the garlic, ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs and turn to coat well. Leave to marinate for at least 20 minutes if you have time.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and cook the onions until softened and lightly golden.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for a few minutes, then stir in the tomato purée.
- Pour in a splash of water, cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir through any remaining yoghurt for a creamy finish, then scatter with fresh coriander before serving.
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