Malai Chicken Curry (Creamy White Chicken Curry)
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5.0
33 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Marination Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
453 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Malai Chicken Curry (Creamy White Chicken Curry)
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Malai Chicken Curry, or Murgh Malai, is a creamy and flavorful dish combining tender chicken pieces in a rich, luscious white gravy. This delectable chicken curry in white gravy is a favorite among chicken lovers for its creamy texture and exquisite taste.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs cut into 2” pieces
For Marination
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
For Curry
- 1 1/2 tablespoon oil
- 1 1/2 cup yellow onion sliced
- 1 green chili pepper diced
- 1 inch ginger chopped
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 12 cashews
- 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
- 3 tablespoon PLAIN yogurt whisked
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup cream
- 3/4 teaspoon garam masala adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Dried Fenugreek leaves (Kasoori Methi) crushed
Whole Spices
- 4 Green Cardamom (Elaichi)
- 12 black peppercorns
- 5 cloves (Laung)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Spices
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder (dhaniya powder)
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces with lime, salt & white pepper powder. Mix and set aside for 30 mins.
- Heat oil in a large pan on medium-high heat and add the sliced onions. Fry on medium heat for 3 mins till the onions are translucent. Then add green chili, ginger, garlic, and cashews. Mix and fry for another 2 mins, then transfer to a blender.
- Once the ingredients are mostly cooled, add 1/4 cup of water, blend to a smooth paste and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat butter/ghee on medium flame. Add all the whole spices and let them saute for 30 seconds.
- Add the onion-cashew paste made earlier and fry on medium heat for 5 mins till the color starts changing.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces. Stir & fry on high heat for 4-5 mins till the chicken pieces are all white on the outside.
- Add all the spices. Mix and fry on medium heat for 3-4 mins.
- Change the heat to low, then add the yogurt. Cook on low heat for around 3 minutes while stirring continuously till the oil separates.
- Add water and give a good stir. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 10-12 minutes till the chicken is tender.
- Remove the lid and stir the curry. Add the fresh cream, garam masala and stir.
- Crush the kasoori methi between your palms and add it in. Stir the chicken curry and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Malai Chicken Curry is ready. Serve it hot with fresh roti or naan.
Notes
- Marination: Ensure the chicken is well-marinated to enhance the flavors. I suggest to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Cashews: I added cashews to thicken the gravy and add richness to the curry. To make this curry nut-free, you can skip the cashews.
- Yogurt: When adding the yogurt to the sauce, ensure it is thoroughly mixed. Reduce the heat to a low setting before adding the yogurt. As soon as you add the yogurt, mix it immediately, and stir it while it is cooked over low heat.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
453kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
35g
(54%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
15g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
137mg
(46%)
Sodium
893mg
(37%)
Potassium
460mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
429IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
82mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 453 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 453kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 893mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 429IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 82mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
33 reviews
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