Jun 04 2026

Chicken Changezi Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

A rich, spiced tomato curry, finished with cashew & cream

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Base

    Heat oil or ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

  2. 2

    Add Spices

    Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Cook Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the pan, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned.

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes

    Pour in the pureed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Finish the Sauce

    Stir in the blended cashew nuts and fresh cream. Add garam masala powder and adjust salt to taste. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring gently.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving hot with naan or rice.

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