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Easy Chicken Curry (One-Pot, Family-Friendly)

5 from 1 vote
This simple, flavorful curry is made in one pot using basic spices, onions, tomato, and creamy yogurt—perfect for a hassle-free family dinner with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1 onion thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • Thumb-sized piece of ginger grated
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp mild spice paste e.g., tikka
  • 400 g can chopped tomatoes
  • 250 ml water
  • 100 g Greek yogurt
  • Small bunch coriander chopped
  • Ground almonds optional
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Large flameproof casserole dish or deep frying pan w/ lid
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a lidded casserole and fry onion with a pinch of salt, until sticky (8–10 min).
    Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 min.
    Add chicken pieces and fry for 5 min.
    Stir in spice paste, tomatoes, and water; bring to a boil.
    Reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 25–30 min until thickened and rich.
    Stir in yogurt and coriander; simmer gently until heated through.
    Serve with naan or basmati rice; sprinkle with ground almonds if using.

Notes

  • To thicken sauce, simmer longer or add cornflour slurry.
  • Can substitute Greek yogurt with DST for creamier texture.
  • Spice level can be adjusted via paste or chili addition.