Murg Mumtaz (Indian Chicken Curry With Mild Cashew

Name: Murg Mumtaz (Indian Chicken Curry With Mild Cashew Nut Curry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 800 g chicken breasts; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder; For the marinade; 100 g mozzarella cheese; 100 g fresh cream; 80 g yoghurt; 10 g ginger-garlic paste; 1 pinch saffron; salt, to taste; white pepper, to taste; For the gravy; 800 g onions, peeled; 80 g cashew nuts; 100 ml oil; 10 g coriander powder; 10 g cumin powder; 200 ml cream; 1 pinch cardamom powder; 10 g ginger-garlic paste; 250 ml chicken stock, prepared fresh; salt & pepper, to taste; For the garnish; 1 pinch saffron; 1 pinch cardamom powder; 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese; 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

800 g chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
For the marinade
100 g mozzarella cheese
100 g fresh cream
80 g yoghurt
10 g ginger-garlic paste
1 pinch saffron
salt, to taste
white pepper, to taste
For the gravy
800 g onions, peeled
80 g cashew nuts
100 ml oil
10 g coriander powder
10 g cumin powder
200 ml cream
1 pinch cardamom powder
10 g ginger-garlic paste
250 ml chicken stock, prepared fresh
salt & pepper, to taste
For the garnish
1 pinch saffron
1 pinch cardamom powder
1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped

1
Cut the chicken into large chunks (each piece weighing not more than 50 gms each).
2
Rub the chicken pieces with the ginger-garlic paste, salt and pepper and keep aside for 30 - 45 minutes.
3
Mix together the cheese, yoghurt and cream till smooth (should not have any lumps), and add to the chicken. Keep aside for another 30 minutes.
4
To prepare the chicken, roast it in a preheated oven till almost done. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, removing it only during the last 10 minutes of baking.
5
To prepare the gravy, boil the onion and cashew nuts together for 20 minutes.
6
Drain and grind together to a smooth paste.
7
Heat oil in a saucepan and add the ginger-garlic paste. Saute for 30 seconds.
8
Add onion-cashew nut paste, salt, pepper, cumin and coriander powders, and chicken stock. Let it cook for about 10 minutes.
9
In a separate saucepan, heat a little oil and add chicken, cumin and coriander powders and a little water (to help with the mixing). Saute for about 5 minutes.
10
Pour in the gravy and mix well.
11
Once the chicken is fully cooked, add the cream and cardamom powder. Stir well.
12
Garnish with cardamom powder, saffron, cheese and chopped corriander.
13
Serve hot.

1093

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 800 g chicken breasts, 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder, 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder, For the marinade, and more.

Yes, Murg Mumtaz (Indian Chicken Curry With Mild Cashew Nut 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.

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Murg Mumtaz (Indian Chicken Curry With Mild Cashew Nut Curry)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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