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    Home » Curry

    Chicken Rogan Josh

    Posted: May 7, 2021 · Updated: May 7, 2021 by Tonje

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    Chicken rogan josh is a simple but flavorful chicken curry that you can prepare in only 20 minutes. It's perfect for quick and easy weeknight dinners, and pairs perfectly with rice and naan.

    A bowl of chicken rogan josh curry with rice and naan on the side.
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    • Why you'll love it
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Top tips
    • Serving suggestions
    • Variations
    • Leftovers
    • Frequently asked questions
    • You might also like these recipes
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    Curries are incredibly popular in the UK, and with good reason. This simple dish is packed with flavor, and can be made spicy or mild to suit your preferences.

    Chicken curry is made with lean chicken breast fillets, and a tomato based sauce. The ingredients are lean, and the dish is an excellent healthy, low calorie entree.

    Why you'll love it

    • Easy and flavorful chicken curry
    • Easy to customize
    • Affordable ingredients
    • Kid friendly
    • Low carb and low calorie

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    Ingredients

    Chicken: I like to use chicken breasts in the recipe, however you can use any cut of boneless chicken, like chicken thighs if you prefer.

    Water + tomato paste (UK: tomato puree): Makes the base of the curry sauce.

    Ginger + onion + garlic: Add flavor to the curry.

    Seasoning: Makes the dish taste like a curry! We use cumin, coriander, garam masala, paprika, cinnamon, chili powder and cloves, but you can omit or substitute these as you like.

    Ingredients for chicken rogan josh.

    Instructions

    You can find full instructions + ingredient measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of this page

    One: Sauté diced onion, garlic and ginger.

    Two: Add seasoning and tomato paste to the pot, and sauté for another minute.

    Three: Add water and diced chicken. Stir to combine, and leave the curry to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken has cooked through.

    Step by step instructions showing how to make chicken rogan josh curry.

    Top tips

    • Make sure to sauté the seasoning and aromatics thoroughly, as this will bring out a lot more flavor from the curry.
    • Substitute the seasoning with your favorites. Don't be afraid to customize the flavors in this dish.
    • The chicken will cook in 10-20 minutes, depending on the size of the chunks. Keep an eye on it to prevent the meat from overcooking.
    • Puree the onion, garlic and ginger in a food processor or blender if you prefer a smooth curry sauce.

    Serving suggestions

    Chicken rogan josh is best served as an entree, paired with your favorite Indian side dishes like naan and rice. Here are some of my favorite dishes to make with it:

    • Instant Pot Basmati Rice
    • Turmeric Rice
    • Ginger Turmeric Tea
    • Air Fryer Garlic Bread
    Close up of chicken curry.

    Variations

    Spicy rogan josh: Add spice to the dish by adding more chili powder, diced raw chili, or red pepper flakes.

    Creamy version: Add some Greek yogurt, coconut milk or creme fraiche to the curry to make it more creamy and mild.

    Leftovers

    Store leftover chicken curry in a refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pot or in the microwave for a few minutes and serve warm.

    Chicken curry and rice.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is Rogan Josh?

    Rogan josh is a red curry, made with paprika and a tomato based sauce. It can be made with various types of meat, and you can choose if you like it hot or mild.

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    Recipe

    Chicken rogan josh with rice.

    Chicken Rogan Josh

    Chicken rogan josh is a simple, delicious and healthy chicken curry that you can prepare in only 20 minutes. An excellent option for easy weeknight dinners.
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    Created by: Tonje
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine British, Indian
    Servings 4
    Calories 228 kcal
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 pound chicken breasts
    • 1 onion
    • 5 cloves garlic
    • 2 cup water
    • 5 tablespoons tomato puree
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
    • 2 teaspoon cumin
    • 2 teaspoon coriander
    • 2 teaspoon garam masala
    • 2 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon cloves
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder

    Instructions
     

    • Finely dice the onion, garlic and ginger. Dice chicken against the grain into bite sized chunks.
    • Heat up the olive oil in medium to high heat in a skillet or pot. Add diced onion, ginger and garlic, and sauté for a few minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
    • Add tomato paste and seasoning to the pot. Sauté for another minute to allow the flavors to develop.
    • Then, add the diced chicken and water. Stir to combine the ingredients, and reduce the temperature to medium.
    • Optionally cover the pot with a lid, and leave the curry to simmer for 10-20 minutes, or until the chicken has cooked through. The exact cooking time will vary depending on the size of the chicken chunks.

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    Notes

    • Store leftover chicken rogan josh in a refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pot on the stove top, or in a microwave.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 25gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 151mgPotassium: 602mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 306IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
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