Description
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of this Coconut Chicken Curry, a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with fragrant spices, this Indian-inspired curry is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- cooked basmati rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Aromatics and Spices: Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the onions in spices.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, then pour in coconut milk and chicken broth.
- Simmer and Serve: Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with basmati rice.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt just before serving.
- You can add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or peas for more texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
