Royal Chicken in Almond Sauce

Succulent chicken simmered in a creamy yogurt and almond sauce with coriander, cardamom, and subtle chili heat. Rested for flavor.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1062.6 kcals 4250.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 34.1 grams 136.4 grams
Fat 61.5 grams 245.8 grams
Protein 93.1 grams 372.5 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
GrainsCereals
1
unit
Naan Bread
to serve
1
unit
Rice
cooked, to serve
Liquids
225
ml
Meat
1.5
kg
Chicken
jointed
NutsSeeds
75
g
Almonds
flaked
20
piece
Cardamom Pods
slightly crushed to split
1
unit
Salt
to taste
1
unit
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Vegetables
500
g
Onion
thinly sliced
6
piece
Red Chilies
small, seeds removed, chopped

Steps

  • Heat the oil in a large lidded pan and fry chicken in batches without browning.
  • Drain the chicken on kitchen paper.
  • Fry onions in the same pan for eight minutes until soft but not colored.
  • Add almonds, coriander seeds, cardamom, and chilies, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the 225ml of water.
  • Return chicken to the pan, add yogurt, and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 30 minutes before serving with naan and rice.