Indian Creamy Cashew Chicken With Saffron Recipe

Name: Indian Creamy Cashew Chicken With Saffron
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken, boneless, cut into small cubes; 2 tablespoons oil or 2 tablespoons ghee; 2 cardamom pods; 1 -2 stick cinnamon; 2 cloves; 4 bay leaves; 1/4 cup ground cashews; 1/2 cup light cream; 1 pinch saffron (several threads soaked in 1 tbsp water or milk); fresh cilantro, for garnish; garam masala, for garnish; Paste; 1 large onion, quartered; 1/4 cup ground tomatoes; 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste; 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 teaspoons cumin powder; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 lb chicken, boneless, cut into small cubes
2 tablespoons oil or 2 tablespoons ghee
2 cardamom pods
1 -2 stick cinnamon
2 cloves
4 bay leaves
1/4 cup ground cashews
1/2 cup light cream
1 pinch saffron (several threads soaked in 1 tbsp water or milk)
fresh cilantro, for garnish
garam masala, for garnish
Paste
1 large onion, quartered
1/4 cup ground tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice

1
Paste:
2
Put all the paste ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth and set aside.
3
In a heavy bottom pot heat oil or ghee on a low heat. Add whole spices and saute until they are slightly brown.
4
Add paste mixture into pot with whole spices and fry until mixture is slightly browned.
5
Add chicken cubes. Cover and cook over low heat until chicken is tender.
6
Add ground nuts, cream and saffron. Cook further for 10 minutes until mixture is creamy and thick. Add a little water if necessary.
7
Transfer into a serving dish and garnish with coriander leaves and garam masala.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb chicken, boneless, cut into small cubes, 2 tablespoons oil or 2 tablespoons ghee, 2 cardamom pods, 1 -2 stick cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Indian Creamy Cashew Chicken With Saffron 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!

Indian Creamy Cashew Chicken With Saffron

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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