Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon granulated ginger
- 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- In a dry skillet, toast the cumin seeds and coriander seeds over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle or spice grinder and grind them into a fine powder.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the ground cumin, coriander, ancho chili powder, turmeric, and paprika over the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and coconut milk, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Chicken Curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Enjoy with rice or naan bread.