Tajik Chicken with Tomatoes and Yogurt Savory Tajik Chicken in Spiced Tomato-Yogurt Sauce Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1.5 lbs (700g) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks 3 medium tomatoes, chopped 1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt 1/4 cup water Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped Cooked rice or flatbread, for serving Directions: Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken starts to brown, about 5–6 minutes. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes until they soften and release their juices. Lower the heat and stir in the yogurt and water. Mix well until smooth. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with chopped dill or parsley. Serve hot with rice or warm flatbread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tajikfood #centralasianrecipes #yogurtchicken #tomatochicken #comfortfood #homecooking #traditionalcuisine #easterneuropeanfood #globalflavors #easychickendinner #healthycomfortfood #culturalrecipes #halalrecipes #herbychicken #riceandchicken #chickencurryinspired #yogurtsauce #worldcuisines #authenticflavors #ethniccuisine This Tajik Chicken with Tomatoes and Yogurt is a simple yet soul-warming dish that’s bursting with spice and tradition Perfect with rice or flatbread!

Butter Chicken with Cream Creamy Indian Butter Chicken Delight Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon ginger paste 1 tablespoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Salt to taste 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 teaspoons garlic paste 1 teaspoon ginger paste 1 cup tomato purée 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves), crushed Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish Directions: In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken and mix well. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in ginger and garlic paste; cook for 1 minute. Add tomato purée and cook until oil separates from the sauce. Add marinated chicken with all its marinade. Cook until chicken is done and tender, about 15–20 minutes. Pour in the cream, stir well, and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add sugar and crushed kasuri methi, stir again. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #butterchicken #creamychicken #indianfood #easyindianrecipes #butterchickencurry #restaurantstylechicken #indiancomfortfood #creamyindianchicken #authenticbutterchicken #chickenrecipes #northindianfood #spicedchicken #indiancreamsauce #naanandbutterchicken #homecookedindian #garammasalarecipes #traditionalindianfood #richchickenrecipes #indianfeast #comfortfoodideas Dinner dreams come true with this Creamy Indian Butter Chicken! A comforting classic that never fails to impress!

Butter Chicken Creamy Indian Butter Chicken with Tomato and Spices Ingredients: 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1½ cups tomato puree 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon sugar (optional) Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Directions: In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken (shake off excess marinade) and cook until browned and just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute. Add tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the cream, sugar (if using), and return the chicken to the pan. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thick and creamy. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan or basmati rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ marinating) | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes (+ marinating) Kcal: 435 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #butterchicken #indianrecipes #creamycurries #chickencurry #comfortfood #homecooked #flavorfuldinner #naanandrice #easyindianfood #classicindian #currylover #homemadeindian #chickenthighs #spicedchicken #garammasala #indianflavors #richsauces #tomatobased #quickcurries #authenticindian Nothing says comfort like a big bowl of Butter Chicken! Rich, creamy, and bursting with spice – this Indian classic is pure magic. Serve it with naan and you're golden!

Japanese-style Chicken Curry with Rice Creamy and Savory Japanese Chicken Curry with Fluffy Steamed Rice Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 3 cups water or chicken broth 1 apple, grated 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional) 1 package (100g) Japanese curry roux (mild or medium) 3 cups cooked Japanese short-grain rice Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add the sliced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the carrots and potatoes, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return the chicken to the pot and pour in water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the grated apple for natural sweetness. Break the curry roux into pieces and add to the pot, stirring gently until the sauce thickens. Add peas if using, and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Serve the curry hot over steamed Japanese rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #japanesecurry #chickencurry #comfortfood #asiancuisine #homecooking #riceandcurry #currylover #easyrecipes #weeknightdinner #savorymeals #japaneserecipe #homemadecurry #mildcurry #currysauce #comfortmeal #onepotmeal #familydinner #cozymeals #quickrecipes #delicious Warm up your dinner table with this creamy and savory Japanese-style Chicken Curry served over fluffy rice! Perfect comfort food for any day.

Goan Chicken Xacuti Spicy Coconut Chicken Xacuti – A Traditional Goan Delight Ingredients: 1.5 lbs (700g) bone-in chicken, cut into pieces 2 tablespoons oil 2 medium onions, finely chopped 1 cup grated fresh or desiccated coconut 4 dried Kashmiri red chilies 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns 1-inch cinnamon stick 3 cloves 3 green cardamom pods 1 star anise 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional for color) Salt to taste 1/2 cup water (or as needed) Fresh coriander leaves for garnish Directions: Dry roast the coconut in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside. In the same skillet, dry roast the poppy seeds, coriander, cumin, fennel, peppercorns, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, star anise, and red chilies until fragrant. Let all roasted ingredients cool slightly, then grind them with the toasted coconut into a smooth paste using a little water. Heat oil in a large pan. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken and sauté for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned. Mix in turmeric, paprika, and salt. Then add the coconut-spice paste and stir well to coat the chicken. Pour in water, cover, and simmer on low for 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and the gravy has thickened. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot with rice or Goan poee bread. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 410 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 #goanchicken #xacuti #chickencurry #spicyindianfood #goanrecipes #indianchicken #coconutcurry #traditionalgoan #flavorfulindian #indiancomfortfood #southasianflavors #currylovers #homecookedmeals #indianheritage #indianfoodie Craving a bold, spicy curry? Goan Chicken Xacuti brings the heat with toasted coconut and aromatic spices. A must-try Indian classic!