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.
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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.
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.
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:
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.
Frequently asked questions
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
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.
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