Canning Chicken Korma

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This pressure canned chicken korma is a richly spiced curry base made with boneless chicken breast and dry seasonings—no broth or added liquid. Just heat and serve with coconut milk for an easy, restaurant-style curry from your pantry. Customize it with cashew cream or whole cashews for an extra indulgent version.

Prep Time10

Canning Time1 30

Total Time1 40

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: canning curry

Servings: servings, makes 2 quart jars

Equipment

Pressure Canner

Ingredients

4 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
1 Tbsp curry powder
1 Tbsp turmeric powder
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
2 tsps ginger powder
2 tsps garam masala
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder or paprika for less heat
2 tsp salt

Instructions

Cut chicken into 2-inch chunks.
Place chicken in a large mixing bowl and add all spices. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
Pack seasoned raw chicken into hot jars, leaving 1¼ inch headspace. Do not add any broth or liquid.
Debubble jars, wipe rims clean, and apply two-piece canning lids.
Process in a pressure canner at 10 lbs pressure (weighted gauge) or 11 lbs (dial gauge), adjusting for altitude.
Process pints for 75 minutes and quarts for 90 minutes.
Let jars cool undisturbed for 12–24 hours. Check seals before storing. Properly canned and sealed jars will maintain peak quality on the pantry shelf for 12-18 months. Refrigerate after opening.

Notes

This is a raw pack pressure canning recipe and must be processed according to tested guidelines. Do not attempt to water bath can, low acid meat based canning recipes are not safe for waterbath canning. Always leave 1¼ inch headspace and avoid overpacking the jars.

Altitude Adjustments

Adjust pressure as needed:

Dial Gauge Canners

0–2,000 ft: 11 lbs
2,001–4,000 ft: 12 lbs
4,001–6,000 ft: 13 lbs
6,001–8,000 ft: 14 lbs

Weighted Gauge Canners

0–1,000 ft: 10 lbs
Above 1,000 ft: 15 lbs

Serving Suggestions

To serve, heat contents of one quart jar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add one can of coconut milk (or coconut cream). Optional: stir in cashew butter or ground cashews for added richness. Serve over rice or with naan.

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