Easy Kuku Paka Recipe: Rich African Chicken Curry Magic

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (700 g) chicken thighs or drumsticks, bone-in (or boneless)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp garam masala
• Salt
• black pepper
• 2 tbsps vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes)
• 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) coconut milk
• 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth (or water)
• ½ cup (120 ml) coconut cream (optional, for extra richness)
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped