Best 12 Creamy Chicken Curry Recipes

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Creamy chicken curry is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken, a creamy and flavorful sauce, and a blend of fragrant spices. It is a popular choice for those who enjoy a rich and satisfying meal that is both comforting and flavorful. Whether you are a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating an exceptional creamy chicken curry dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CASHEW CHICKEN CURRY



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Mooove over, real cream - this curry is made rich and creamy with (cow-free) cashew cream, which is remarkably similar to heavy cream in appearance, taste, and in-sauce behavior. In fact, cashew cream actually thickens up faster. You won't need anything too exotic, besides maybe garam masala, to make this straightforward recipe. Garnish with whole cashews, lime wedges, and cilantro. Serve with rice, garlic naan, or both!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 4h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 teaspoons kosher salt, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups cold water
¾ cup whole roasted cashews
⅓ cup sliced green onions
⅓ cup freshly chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Mix salt, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne, turmeric, and garam masala together in a small bowl.
  • Cut a chicken thigh in half lengthwise along the crease. Halve the thicker portion to end up with three 2-inch pieces. Repeat with remaining chicken thighs.
  • Transfer chicken to a bowl. Add oil and about 1/2 of the spice blend; mix thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for 4 to 12 hours.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large pan over high heat until melted and golden brown. Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Return chicken and accumulated juices to the bowl.
  • Heat remaining butter in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, remaining spice blend, tomato paste, garlic, and ginger. Cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices.
  • Combine water and cashews in a blender; blend on high speed until very smooth. Stir cashew cream into the pan. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until flavors blend, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in green onions and cilantro; taste for seasoning. Squeeze in lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 76.8 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 823.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD IN CREAMY CURRY DRESSING



Chicken Pasta Salad in Creamy Curry Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Milk/Cream     Chicken     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Basil     Curry     Summer     Boil     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 pound rotelle
1 whole skinless boneless chicken breast (about 3/4 pound), poached and cut into bite-size pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
5 cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 scallions, sliced thin
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil leaves
For the dressing
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
dried hot red pepper flakes to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped drained bottled mango chutney, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large kettle of boiling salted water cook the pasta for 10 minutes, or until it is tender, refresh it in a colander under cold water, and drain it well. In a large bowl combine the pasta, the chicken, the tomatoes, the scallions, and the basil.
  • Make the dressing:
  • In a skillet cook the garlic and the gingerroot in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until the garlic is softened, add the cream, and cook the mixture, whisking, until it is thickened slightly. Whisk in the vinegar, the curry powder, the red pepper flakes, and the chutney.
  • Add the dressing to the pasta mixture, tossing the salad to combine it well, and season the salad with salt and pepper.

FAST, CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY



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A blended curry powder is one of the original convenience foods, a venerable spice rub that can improve the flavor of almost anything. Even a good chicken breast is about as bland as meat can get, but spiced with a little curry, its flavor comes alive. In this dish, season sliced onions and chicken breast with the spice and finish the sauce with sour cream. The process is streamlined so that it takes no more than 25 minutes. Begin cooking white rice, the natural accompaniment, before cutting the onion. (After reading some of the reader comments on the original recipe, we decided to retest it, and we've made some changes and clarifications to the below recipe.)

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, poultry, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons canola, corn or other neutral-flavored oil, plus more as needed
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, or to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced diagonally ½ -inch thick
1 cup sour cream
Minced cilantro or parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Place oil in a large skillet and turn heat to medium high. A minute later, add onion. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; sprinkle with about half the curry powder and continue to cook for a minute or two.
  • Meanwhile, season both sides of the chicken slices with salt and pepper and sprinkle it with the remaining curry powder. Remove onions to a plate, add a bit more oil to the pan and add the chicken in one layer. Cook about 2 minutes per side over medium heat; remove to a plate.
  • Return onions to the pan and add sour cream. Stir into the onions and cook, stirring constantly over low heat, until the mixture is hot. Return chicken to skillet and cook for 2 minutes, or until cooked through, turning once. Garnish and serve with white rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 481 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY SOUP



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Coconut milk provides creaminess and just a touch of sweetness for this rich, flavorful soup. Leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly in this recipe. Start off with a green salad and add some naan or other flatbread for a tasty and quick dinner.

Provided by Bibi

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
3 cups chicken stock
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup cubed russet potatoes
2 cups chopped carrots
2 cups Chicken breast tenderloins, cooked, fried
1 (13.5 ounce) can Nuts, coconut milk, canned (liquid expressed from grated meat and water)
1 cup frozen French-cut green beans

Steps:

  • Combine curry powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garam masala, and cumin in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Stir spice mixture constantly over low heat until warm and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Be careful not to let the spices burn. Add olive oil and stir to combine all the spices with the oil.
  • Increase heat to medium and add chopped onion. Cook and stir, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, stirring, about 2 minutes longer. Pour in chicken stock and season with salt and pepper. Stir to get all the spices from the bottom of the pan into the stock. Add potatoes and carrots, bring to a boil, and cover. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 20 minutes.
  • Return heat to medium and add cooked chicken, coconut milk, and green beans. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to make sure coconut milk is well blended into the soup. Ladle into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 444.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CHICKEN IN CREAMY TOMATO CURRY: CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA



Chicken in Creamy Tomato Curry: Chicken Tikka Masala image

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 cup plain yogurt, whisked until smooth
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, put through a garlic press or finely minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large bite-size chunks
3 tablespoons butter
Ginger-Garlic Paste, recipe follows
2 teaspoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
2-inch thumb ginger, peeled and minced
2 serrano pepper, minced (seeds removed if you don't want it spicy)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garam masala
8 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups water
1 tablespoon dried fenugreek leaves, optional
1/2 cup heavy cream
Fresh cilantro leaves, minced
Serving suggestion: Cooked rice, warm naan bread or crusty bread.
1/2 cup cloves garlic, whole
1/2 cup fresh ginger, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • For the marinade: In a large bowl, mix together the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate at least 30 minutes, or in the refrigerator up to overnight.
  • For the sauce: When you're ready to make the curry, place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. When the butter has melted, add the Ginger-Garlic Paste and serrano peppers. Saute until lightly browned around the edges. Add the tomato paste and cook until the tomato has darkened in color, about 3 minutes. Add the garam masala and the paprika and saute for about 1 minute to draw out their flavors.
  • Add the tomatoes, salt, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, turn down to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 20 minutes. You may need more water depending on how much liquid the tomatoes give off.
  • Meanwhile, fire up your grill. When it is nice and hot, lightly brush it with oil. Place the chicken on the grill, shaking off some of the excess marinade. Cook until it's charred, about 2 minutes on each side. (Don't worry that the chicken will still be a little uncooked, it finishes cooking in the sauce).
  • Pour the sauce into a blender or food processor, or use an immersion blender, and process until smooth. Pour back into the skillet and bring back up to a boil. Add the chicken and fenugreek leaves, if using. Take the heat down to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the cream and stir through. Garnish with minced fresh cilantro, and serve over rice, with naan, or a crusty piece of bread!
  • Throw the garlic, ginger, and canola oil in a mini-food processor and let it go until it forms a semi-smooth paste. There will still be tiny little pieces in there, but overall, it should resemble a paste.
  • Save what you don't use in a small glass jar. It should last in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. It's a delicious addition to marinades, pasta sauces, stir fry sauces, slow-cooker recipes, gravy etc. We always had a jar of this stuff in our fridge growing up.

CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY



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A delicate curry sauce pairs well with tender chicken, colorful vegetables and crunchy almonds. Try serving spoonfuls of this tasty blend over rice.-Janis Vandervort, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1-1/2 cups broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups cauliflowerets
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with broccoli and cauliflower. Combine the soup, mayonnaise, cheese, lemon juice, curry and cayenne; spoon over vegetables. Sprinkle with almonds. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD IN CREAMY CURRY DRESSING



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I could eat a gallon of this at least once a week! What a delicious change from the ordinary chicken pasta salad. From Gourmet Magazine, July 1990.

Provided by anovamom

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 lb rotelle pasta or 1/4 lb other spiral-shaped pasta, cooked and drained
3/4 lb cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
5 cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 scallions, sliced thin
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil leaf
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
dried red pepper flakes, to taste
2 tablespoons mango chutney (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, scallions, and basil. Set aside.
  • In a skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until the garlic is softened.
  • Add the cream and cook the mixture, whisking until slightly thickened.
  • Whisk in the vinegar, curry powder, red pepper flakes, and chutney.
  • Add the dressing to the pasta mixture, tossing to combine well.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.9, Fat 32.4, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 198.9, Sodium 141.2, Carbohydrate 84.2, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 59.7

CREAMY CURRY CHICKEN



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I created this recipe over time, combining what I liked from a variety of curry chicken recipes I had tried until I found this winner! Included in the recipe is the curry chicken as well as my tried and true brown rice preperation, which you should prepare at the same time.

Provided by hoodphoto

Categories     Curries

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup onion, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups roma tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, diced
1 1/4 cups light sour cream
1 (8 ounce) can light coconut milk
2 teaspoons mild curry powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon sage
salt and pepper
4 cups cooked brown rice (see bottom of recipe)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the butter in pan until melted, add ginger, garlic, onion and tomato. Saute 10 min, until onions are browned.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a seperate pan, fully cook diced chicken.
  • 3. Add coconut milk and sour cream to onion/tomato mixture. Add curry, cumin, sage, salt and pepper. Bring to rolling boil, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Add chicken to sauce and simmer 15-20 minute.
  • 5. Remove from heat and let sit 5-10 min to thicken.
  • 6. Serve over rice (see instructions below).
  • My Brown Rice Instructions: Put brown rice and water together in a small pot. I use 3 cups rice with 4.5 cups water. Set the heat to high, and bring the rice/water to a boil uncovered. Then put the tight lid on pot (steam valve closed, if applicable), reduce the heat to low. Let the rice simmer for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat, let rice sit in covered pot for 10-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 748.1, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 163.6, Sodium 266.6, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 44.1

CREAMY CURRY LEMON CHICKEN



Creamy Curry Lemon Chicken image

Created by Easy Home Cooking Magazine. This is a lovely recipe and something different to serve as a chicken dish. At reviewers request I upped the curry powder from 1 tsp. to 2 tsp. If you like really hot add 1 T.

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
cooking spray
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, rinsed, and patted dry (about 4 oz. each)
1 cup soft whole wheat breadcrumbs (about 2 slices)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry, sugar, salt and pepper in small bowl. Stir until well blended.
  • Coat a 9" pie pan with cooking spray.
  • Arrange chicken pieces in pan, and spoon sour cream mixture evenly over all.
  • Sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  • Bake 35-45 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  • Note: To lighten this up you can use lite or no fat mayonnaise and sour cream.

CREAMY CHICKEN (OR PRAWN) CURRY



Creamy Chicken (Or Prawn) Curry image

This is based on an Australian Weight Watchers recipe. It's very healthy and low fat but tastes like it isn't! I often double the sauce and use it to cook up a 500g bag of defrosted frozen prawn meat. I also change up the veggies ... use whatever you have on hand. I like to throw in a handful of baby spinach right at the end. I have often thought it might be nice with a small tin of pineapple and a tsp of coconut extract ... let me know if you try this!

Provided by Gingernut

Categories     Curries

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

300 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or 300 g prawns, peeled and tails removed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons mild curry powder (such as Keen's, see note below)
1 small onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1/2 red capsicum, chopped (AKA red bell pepper)
150 ml evaporated low-fat milk
2 teaspoons chicken stock powder
2 teaspoons cornflour (AKA cornstarch)
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in a hot pan coated with cooking spray till brown and tender. (If using prawns, you can stirfry them at this point till they turn pink, or you can wait till the end and just cook them in the sauce for a few minutes.) Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  • Saute the garlic, curry powder, carrots, onion and capsicum for 4 - 5 minutes.
  • Combine cornflour and water in a small bowl.
  • Turn the heat way down low and stir in the milk, stock and cornflour/water mixture. Stir until sauce thickens. Return chicken to the pan and coat with the curry sauce.
  • Serve over rice.
  • NOTE: After a review stating this was "bland" I realised that Keen's Curry Powder (available in Australia) may be quite different from brands available overseas. Keen's brand curry powder has a fairly high salt content. You may need to add salt to this recipe if your curry powder is low in salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 96, Sodium 245.3, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 5.7, Protein 33.6

CREAMY CHICKEN CURRY PIE



Creamy Chicken Curry Pie image

I had some leftover shredded roast chicken to use & felt like making a curry pie. This is what I came up with from ingredients that were in my pantry & freezer.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon prepared minced garlic
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
1 cup water
1 -1 1/2 cup milk
1 (70 g) packet dry cream of chicken soup mix
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 -3 sheets puff pastry

Steps:

  • Saute onion & garlic until tender.
  • Add frozen vegetables & saute for another 2 minutes.
  • Add water remaining ingredients & simmer until vegetables are tender and sauce is thickened, allow to cool.
  • Line a 20cm pie plate with 1 sheet pastry(or individual tins if you wish).
  • Spoon filling mixture into pie base & place remaining pastry sheet on top. Pinch edges together or press down with a fork.
  • Brush with a little egg or milk (optional) & bake at 180.C until pastry is cooked & golden, approx 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve with a nice side salad & chunky fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 937.9, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 36.9, Sodium 1261, Carbohydrate 86.5, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 25.2

CHICKEN BREASTS IN CREAMY CURRY SAUCE



Chicken Breasts In Creamy Curry Sauce image

This recipe for Chicken Curry is very easy and very good. Rich and creamy! Serve with hot rice and condiments - such as chopped peanuts, chopped apples, raisins, chutney, etc. - if desired.

Provided by Martha Price

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 and 1/2 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp butter
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 c finely chopped shallots
1 Tbsp curry powder, or more to taste
1/2 c dry white wine
1 and 1/4 c heavy cream

Steps:

  • 1. Cut chicken breasts into thin strips or small chunks. Melt butter in a skillet and when it is hot but not brown, add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 2. Cook chicken, stirring, until it loses its 'raw' look, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle chicken with the shallots and curry powder; stir to blend. Cook for 2 minutes or so, til chicken is done. With the small/thin pieces it will not take long. Do not overcook. Transfer all to a bowl.
  • 3. Add wine to the skillet and cook over high heat for about 3 minutes, or until it is reduced by about half. Add the cream to the skillet, along with any juices that have accumulated in the bowl holding chicken,and cook, stirring, over medium-high heat for 4 minutes. Add chicken and stir to blend; heat through.
  • 4. Nice sprinkled with chopped peanuts and/or minced parsley!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your curry is flavorful and delicious.
  • Choose the right type of chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are good choices.
  • Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces: This will help it cook evenly.
  • Marinate the chicken: This will help it absorb flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices: This will give your curry depth of flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make chicken curry, so feel free to adjust the recipe to your liking.

Conclusion:

Chicken curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it can also be made with fresh chicken. There are many different recipes for chicken curry, so you can find one that suits your taste. Whether you like it mild or spicy, there is a chicken curry recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken curry a try.

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