Balti Chicken Curry Recipe

Name: Balti Chicken Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 2 large onions, finely sliced; 3 tomatoes, roughly chopped; 2 teaspoons chopped green chiles, or to taste; 1 teaspoon chopped ginger; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 2 teaspoons green peppercorns (brined in cans); 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoons garam masala powder; 4 large whole chicken breasts, or cut into small pieces; 2 cups chicken stock; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt; 4 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves; 2 lemons, juiced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 large onions, finely sliced
3 tomatoes, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons chopped green chiles, or to taste
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 teaspoons green peppercorns (brined in cans)
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoons garam masala powder
4 large whole chicken breasts, or cut into small pieces
2 cups chicken stock
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
4 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
2 lemons, juiced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Basmati rice and naan bread, for serving
2
In a large heavy bottomed skillet (cast iron preferred), heat the oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
3
Add the onions and chopped tomatoes and stir-fry until soft.
4
Stir in the green chiles, ginger, garlic, peppercorns, chili powder and garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes to bring out the aroma of the spices.
5
Add the chicken (whole breasts or chopped) and cook for 5 minutes turning frequently.
6
Stir in the chicken stock and cook until all the flavors have combined, about 10 to 12 minutes.
7
Add the tomato paste and stir, which will help thicken the sauce.
8
Remove from the heat and add the vanilla yogurt, cilantro and lemon juice.
9
Season with salt and pepper and let it rest for another 5 minutes until all the flavors meld.
10
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with Basmati Rice and Naan Bread, if desired.

516

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 2 large onions, finely sliced, 3 tomatoes, roughly chopped, 2 teaspoons chopped green chiles, or to taste, and more.

Yes, Balti Chicken Curry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Balti Chicken Curry

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Variations & substitutions

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