Easy Chicken Madras Recipe

Chicken Madras is a fantastic dish for those who love bold and spicy flavors. With a little bit of prep and some patience, you can create a flavorful and aromatic curry that will impress your taste buds. It’s a popular dish in Indian restaurants and is known for its rich tomato-based sauce and bold spices.

Your weeknight meals just got even better with this easy to make and super delicious chicken curry. Serve the Chicken Madras over rice or with naan bread for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Easy Chicken Madras Recipe 

Easy Chicken Madras Recipe

Easy Chicken Madras Recipe

Chicken Madras is a fantastic dish for those who love bold and spicy flavors. With a little bit of prep and some patience, you can create a flavorful and aromatic curry that will impress your taste buds. It's a popular dish in Indian restaurants and is known for its rich tomato-based sauce and bold spices.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 onion - peeled and roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic - peeled
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • 3 tbsp ghee or vegetable oil
  • 3 chicken breasts - chopped into bitesize chunks (this is about 525g or 18.5oz)
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp madras hot curry powder - * see note 1
  • 1 ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp ground fenugreek - * see note 2
  • ½ tsp tamarind paste
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 14 oz (400ml) passata
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree - (paste)
  • 7 oz (200ml) coconut milk (full fat)

To serve:

  • Small bunch of fresh coriander
  • 1 finely sliced red chilli
  • ¼ red onion - peeled and finely sliced
  • Boiled rice
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