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Quick Chicken Madras
30 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
420 kcalCalories
45 gProtein
10 gCarbs
20 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick Chicken Madras

75% authentic · Indian-Inspired

A simplified and quicker version of Chicken Madras, using pre-made Madras curry paste for speed and convenience. It still delivers a flavorful, moderately spicy, and creamy tomato-based sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Chicken breast, cut into cubes500g
  • Onion, finely chopped1 medium
  • Garlic paste1 tbsp
  • Ginger paste1 tbsp
  • Madras curry paste3-4 tbsp (adjust to taste)
  • Crushed tomatoes400g
  • Coconut milk200ml
  • Vegetable oil1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)1 tbsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add garlic paste and ginger paste. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Stir in the Madras curry paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

  5. 5

    Add the crushed tomatoes and chicken pieces. Stir to coat the chicken. Cook for 5 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.

  6. 6

    Pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a simmer.

  7. 7

    Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Stir occasionally.

  8. 8

    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

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