Chicken Curry Recipe || Masala Chicken in Desi Style

Homemade chicken curry recipe for 1 kg chicken (serves 5–6). Ingredients 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces 3 large onions, finely sliced 3 medium tomatoes, chopped or pureed 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 3–4 green chilies, slit ½ cup yogurt (optional, for richness) 4 tbsp cooking oil 2 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp turmeric powder 2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste) 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp garam masala Salt to taste 2 cups hot water Method 1. Heat oil in a large pot. Add cumin seeds, bay leaves, cloves, cardamoms, and cinnamon. Sauté for 30 seconds. 2. Cook onions until golden brown (10–12 minutes). 3. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears. 4. Add tomatoes and cook until soft and oil starts separating. 5. Mix in turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Cook for 2–3 minutes. 6. Add yogurt (if using) and stir continuously for 2 minutes. 7. Add the chicken pieces and cook on medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. 8. Pour in 2 cups hot water. Mix well, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken is tender. 9. Sprinkle garam masala and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes. 10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot. Serving Suggestions Serve with: Basmati Rice Naan Roti Tip: For a restaurant-style curry, add 1 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp cream at the end.