Julie’s Baked Chicken Korma & Rice

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 15
Julie's Baked Chicken Korma & Rice, a creamy and flavorful dish
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups cubed skinless chicken breasts or 3 cups skinless chicken thighs
2 cups uncooked white rice
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced mushrooms ( optional )
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons smooth cashew butter , warmed in microwave to soften
1 cup half-and-half
1 can coconut milk or 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
2 cans chicken broth or 30 ounces homemade chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon cayenne , to taste
3 teaspoons turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon ( Ceylon preferred )
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons ground cardamom

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
568
Sugar
2g
Fat
33g
Julie's Baked Chicken Korma & Rice is a delicious and creamy one-pot meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The dish is made with tender chunks of chicken, fragrant spices, and creamy cashew butter, making it a comforting and flavorful meal that can be enjoyed with rice or naan bread. This dish can be customized to suit your preferences, whether you prefer it mild or spicy, and it is a great way to use up leftover chicken or make a quick and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large skillet or oven-safe pot, sauté the onion and mushrooms in butter and olive oil until tender.
3.Stir in the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
4.Add the cashew butter, half-and-half, coconut milk or yogurt, chicken broth, and spices to the skillet or pot. Stir well to combine.
5.Add the uncooked rice, cover the skillet or pot with a lid or foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
6.Serve hot and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, if desired.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and requires only one pot for a quick cleanup.

The creamy sauce and aromatic spices make for a flavorful and satisfying meal that can easily be adjusted to your desired level of spiciness.

CONS

This dish is relatively high in calories and fat due to the use of coconut milk and half-and-half.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains several health benefits, such as protein from the chicken and cashew butter, and fiber from the rice. The spices used in the dish – cayenne, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, and cardamom – have been linked to various health benefits, such as reducing inflammation, boosting immune function, and improving brain function.

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