Rustic Chicken Curry Recipe

Bold, comforting, and full of homestyle Indian flavors, this Rustic Chicken Curry combines tender chicken with rich onion-tomato masala and savory brown gravy for a deeply satisfying meal. Slow-simmered with aromatic spices and finished with fresh coriander, this curry delivers the warmth and flavor of a traditional Indian kitchen.

Made using Sunbay Onion Tomato Masala and Brown Gravy, this recipe ensures quick preparation with consistent restaurant-style taste — perfect for cafés, catering kitchens, daily meal services, and home-style dining.

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Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Serves: 2–3 portions

  
  

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Sunbay Onion Tomato Masala

• ¼ cup Sunbay Brown Gravy

• ⅔ lb chicken

• 1 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder

• 2 tbsp oil

• ¾–1 cup water

• Salt to taste

• 1 tbsp chopped coriander

  
  

Method of Preparation

Step 1: Sear the Chicken

Heat oil in a kadai over medium-high flame. Add the chicken pieces and sear for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.

Step 2: Add the Masala

Add the Sunbay Onion Tomato Masala and cook for 2–3 minutes until aromatic and well blended with the chicken.

Step 3: Add the Brown Gravy

Stir in the Sunbay Brown Gravy and mix thoroughly.

Step 4: Simmer the Curry

Pour in water and bring the curry to a gentle simmer.

Step 5: Add the Chilli Powder

Add Kashmiri chilli powder and mix well for rich color and balanced heat.

Step 6: Cook Until Tender

Add salt according to taste, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes until the chicken becomes tender and fully cooked.

Step 7: Adjust & Finish

Adjust the consistency if required and finish with freshly chopped coriander.

Step 8: Serve Hot

Serve immediately with roti, naan, or steamed rice.

Chef’s Tips

• Bone-in chicken adds deeper flavor to the curry.

• For a richer texture, finish with a small spoon of ghee before serving.

• Simmering on low heat helps the chicken absorb the masala beautifully.

  
  

Technical Note

To avoid a raw chilli taste, mix the Kashmiri chilli powder with a little water before adding, or add it only after liquid has been introduced into the gravy.

Serving Suggestions

This chicken curry pairs perfectly with:

• Steamed basmati rice

• Jeera rice

• Tandoori roti

• Butter naan

• Laccha paratha

  
  

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Rich and comforting homestyle flavor

• Perfect balance of spice and texture

• Easy and consistent preparation

• Ideal for daily meal menus and restaurants

• Authentic Indian curry taste with minimal effort