Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 3 T. vegetable oil 1 1/2 # boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4 " cubes 1 c. thinly sliced onions 1/2 t. cardamom 1 t. ground tumeric 1 t. ground ginger 1 t. ground cumin 2 t. chili powder 1 t. paprika 2 c. chicken stock salt and pepper to taste 1 3-inch cinnamon stick 2 bay leaves 14 oz canned tomatoes 1-2 T. cornstarch 1/4 c. fresh chopped cilantro Pita bread
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Directions: |
Directions:Saute chicken over medium-high heat in oil, turning often until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Add onions (and a little more oil, if needed) to pan and saute until just softened. Remove skillet from heat and set aside. Mix the next 6 spices together in a small bowl. Place 1 T. oil in a skillet over medium heat and when hot, add spices. Stir constantly for about 1 minute. Add the stock to the spices and mix well. Add cooked chicken and onions. Season well with salt and pepper. Add cinnamon, bay, and tomatoes and simmer, uncovered over low heat for 45 minutes. Remove cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Mix cornstarch with 2 T. water and add to curry, stirring well until mixture thickens. Made be prepared 1-2 days ahead to this point. When ready to serve, heat and stir in cilantro. Serve in warmed pita halves. Place raisins, chutney, cashews, and yogurt in small bowls to garnish. |