32 Indian Chicken Recipes from Traditional to Indian-Inspired Creations

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32 Indian Chicken Recipes from Traditional to Indian-Inspired Creations1/32 Chicken Korma 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved AUDREY ROMPON FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken korma is a spiced Indian dish. It’s not spicy-hot, but it’s very flavorful from ingredients like cloves and ginger. Serve it with rice to soak in all the sauce. —Jemima Madhavan, Lincoln, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 313 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 665mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean

meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch

meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch. Chicken korma is one of those recipes that takes me back to weeknight dinners with my family. The warmth of minced gingerroot and spices like cloves and cardamom is as comforting as how we’d gather around our humble kitchen table and savor this meal. It’s a delightfully approachable recipe that makes for an easy introduction to Indian chicken recipes. 2/32 Chicken Tikka Masala 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe photo by Diana Chistruga for Taste of Home Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 4 hours 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe

Chicken tikka masala has become synonymous with Indian food in America

From the Recipe Creator: This Indian-style chicken tikka masala recipe has flavors that keep me coming back for more. It’s a simple dish spiced with garam masala, cumin and gingerroot that’s simply amazing. —Jaclyn Bell, Logan, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups chicken mixture (calculated without rice): 381 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 864mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. Chicken tikka masala has become synonymous with Indian food in America. While the roots of this recipe aren’t entirely traditional, the juicy bites of chicken swimming in a velvety spice-kissed tomato sauce have captured the

hearts and bellies of many—and it’s easy to see why

hearts and bellies of many—and it’s easy to see why. 3/32 Slow-Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Coconut Curry Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 5 hours 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I love this yummy dish! It’s a breeze to prepare in the slow cooker, and it tastes just like a meal you’d have at your favorite Indian or Thai restaurant. —Andi Kauffman, Beavercreek, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 371 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium,

42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein

42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. Turn to this easy recipe when you just want to toss everything into a pot and let the magic unfold. Coconut milk (different from coconut cream) wraps tender chunks of chicken with hints of curry powder and garlic, while potatoes and rice act as buoys of flavor. It’s effortless, yet the final dish will make you wonder if you’re sitting at your favorite restaurant. 4/32 Slow-Cooker Butter Chicken 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste

This was one of my favorite dishes!

of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I spent several years in Malaysia eating a variety of Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian food. This was one of my favorite dishes! There are many versions of butter chicken, but this is similar to the Middle Eastern version I had. —Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 242 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fat. Butter chicken, or

A dreamy tomato and coconut milk sauce drapes tender bites of chicken

chicken makhani, is already irresistibly delicious, but making it in a slow cooker takes it to another level. A dreamy tomato and coconut milk sauce drapes tender bites of chicken. The slow-cooking deepens the flavors, making this one of those recipes that taste better the next day. 5/32 Curry Chicken Salad 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken salad sandwich recipe is perfect to serve when you want to show off

I mix it up the night before so the flavors meld

a little. It features an interesting blend of chicken, nuts, cranberries, curry and other ingredients. I mix it up the night before so the flavors meld. —Carole Martin, Coffeeville, Mississippi Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 625 calories, 41g fat (10g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein. Adaptable recipes are my favorite. Whether you stick with the apple and cranberry combo or swap in mango with tomato chutney, this easy recipe lets you play with flavors and make the most of what you have on hand. 6/32 Chicken Tikka Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF

Chicken tikka skewers make easy and delectable party food

HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken tikka skewers make easy and delectable party food. Though this recipe is mild, you can dial up the spice by increasing the amount of chili powder. —Aleni Salcedo, East Elmhurst, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 163 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. Warm, smoky spiced yogurt tenderizes bite-sized chicken breast perfectly in this recipe. The first bite of juicy, char-edged chicken will make you feel as if you’re

standing by a street food cart in India

standing by a street food cart in India. The marinade is versatile, working just as well with chicken thighs, lamb or even tofu. Prepare the tikka ahead of time and in 30 minutes or less, you’ll have sizzling skewers ready to enjoy with rice, naan or a side of grilled veggies. 7/32 Pressure-Cooker Tandoori Chicken Panini 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Tandoori Chicken Panini Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The tandoori-style spices in this chicken give it a bold flavor that’s

so hard to resist

so hard to resist. It tastes incredible tucked between pieces of naan and then grilled for Indian-inspired panini sandwiches. —Yasmin Arif, Manassas, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1/2 sandwich: 351 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Sink your teeth into warm naan wrapped around tandoori chicken so juicy and tender it practically melts in your mouth. The pressure cooker works its magic, making the chicken fall apart and soak up every drop of flavor. A smear of chutney—whether it’s sweet mango, zesty mint or bright tamarind—packs this crispy panini with

punchy flavor

punchy flavor. 8/32 Curry Chicken and Rice 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved One-Pan Chicken Rice Curry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been loving the subtle spice from curry lately, so I incorporated it into this saucy chicken and rice dish. The one-pan meal has become a go-to dinnertime favorite. —Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 300 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3

lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat

lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat. This inventive recipe is a burst of bright playful flavors all in one pot. Simple spices give subtle nods to India, while the curry-soaked rice adds a cozy texture. Toss in veggies like bell pepper or okra, or swap in grains like sorghum or millet to make this recipe your own masterpiece. 9/32 Instant Pot Chicken Curry 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up

Making it in a pressure cooker means it’s easy to whip up on weeknights

with this pressure-cooker chicken curry after searching for a flavorful chicken dinner. Making it in a pressure cooker means it’s easy to whip up on weeknights. Plus, leftovers taste great for lunch. —Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 278 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 356mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. Keep this recipe in your back pocket for those nights when time is ticking and hunger is calling. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a quick sauce of canned tomatoes, sauteed onions, garlic, ginger, and a fragrant blend of turmeric and cumin.

Our version features chicken meatballs served over flavored rice

Pair the chicken curry with warm naan or fluffy basmati rice and, just like that, dinner is served! 10/32 Chicken Tikka Meatballs with Ginger Rice Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Tikka Meatballs with Ginger Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tikka is an Indian dish made of small pieces of meat or veggies marinated in spices. Our version features chicken meatballs served over flavored rice. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 441 calories, 21g