16/09/2026
Creamy Golden Chicken Curry Bowl with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Warm Garlic Naan
Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crushed tomatoes
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 pieces garlic naan
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions:
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, and half of the garam masala.
Add the chicken and sear for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on the outside. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Add the remaining vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, coriander, turmeric, remaining garam masala, chili powder, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, and chicken broth. Stir well and add the brown sugar. Bring the curry to a gentle simmer.
Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
While the curry simmers, prepare the mushrooms. Heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until deeply golden and lightly caramelized.
Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mushrooms. Cook for another 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant. Remove from the heat.
Stir the lemon juice and chopped cilantro into the finished chicken curry. Taste and adjust the salt or chili powder if desired.
Warm the garlic naan according to package directions or toast it briefly in a dry skillet until soft and lightly charred.
Spoon the creamy chicken curry into serving bowls. Arrange the sautéed garlic mushrooms alongside the curry and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve immediately with warm garlic naan and fresh lemon wedges, allowing the naan to soak up the rich curry sauce.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 675 kcal | Servings: 4 servings