Description
A luxurious North Indian-inspired curry where tender chicken simmers in a peppery, creamy sauce. Creamy Kalimirch Chicken blends the bold warmth of black pepper with the indulgence of cream for a dish that’s rich, flavorful, and comforting.
Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs or Breasts: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, cut into chunks – Tender protein base.
- Yogurt: 1/2 cup – Helps tenderize chicken and adds tang.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste: 2 tablespoons – Foundation of Indian flavor.
- Black Pepper (freshly ground): 2 teaspoons – Warm, earthy spice that defines the dish.
- Salt: 1 teaspoon – Balances flavors.
- Oil or Ghee: 3 tablespoons – Adds richness and depth.
- Onion: 2 medium, finely chopped – Sweetness and base for sauce.
- Green Chilies: 2 slit – Gentle heat to complement the pepper.
- Coriander Powder: 1 teaspoon – Earthy undertone.
- Cumin Powder: 1 teaspoon – Warm, nutty balance.
- Turmeric Powder: 1/2 teaspoon – Adds golden color.
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup – Creates the velvety sauce.
- Fresh Cilantro: 2 tablespoons chopped – Garnish and freshness.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, half the black pepper, and salt. Set aside for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In the skillet, sauté onions until golden brown. Add green chilies, coriander, cumin, and turmeric. Stir until fragrant.
- Assemble the Dish: Add marinated chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- Cook to Perfection: Pour in cream, stir gently, and simmer 15 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce is creamy.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle in remaining pepper, adjust seasoning, and stir well.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
- Always use freshly ground black pepper for best flavor.
- Keep heat medium when adding cream to avoid curdling.
- Marinate chicken ahead for deeper flavor.
- Add cashew paste for a richer sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg