Vindaloo Chicken Curry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

A fiery, tangy curry with tender chicken pieces cooked in a vibrant blend of vinegar, garlic, and aromatic spices. This Indian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, white vinegar, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp white vinegar
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp ginger
• 1 medium onion
• 1 tbsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 medium tomato
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Finely chop the onion and mince 6 garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons fresh ginger. Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until golden.
3. Step 3: Add the minced garlic, ginger, 1 tablespoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 3 tablespoons white vinegar and cook for 2 minutes to reduce the acidity. Stir in 2 chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down.
5. Step 5: Add the chicken thighs and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes on low heat until the chicken is tender.
6. Step 6: Uncover and simmer for 10 more minutes to thicken the sauce. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro and adjust salt if needed. Serve with rice.