Ingredients

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" pieces

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp. minced ginger

1 1/2 tsp. paprika

1 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric

1 1/2 tsp. ground coriander

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 (15-oz.) can crushed tomatoes

1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 c. heavy cream

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Basmati rice or naan, for serving

1 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add chicken and sear until no pink remains, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Step 2Add spices and cook until very fragrant, 1 minute. Add tomatoes and broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until chicken pieces are cooked through and tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Step 3Serve over rice or with naan, garnished with cilantro.

Wait, shouldn’t there be curry powder in this curry? Curry powder is simply a combination of various of ground spices, which are present in this recipe! This combination of spices will yield that familiar curry flavor, and it’s on the milder side. If you’re looking to kick up the heat, try stirring in some cayenne a little at a time. You can also use your favorite curry powder in this dish! What condiments should I serve with this? Chutneys and lime or mango pickle are great accompaniments for curry. Their uses go way beyond curry, so you won’t have any problem getting to the bottom of the jar.  How long will the leftovers last? Kept in an airtight container, this curry can last up to 4 days.  And don’t forget the homemade naan! Or check out our easy guide for how to cook rice and make yourself a perfect fluffy bowl of the good stuff. You’ll want them to soak up all of that sauce! Editor’s Note: This introduction to this recipe was updated on September 15, 2020 to include more information about the dish. Made this yet? Let us know how it went in the comments below!