Coconut Chicken Curry
Coconut Chicken Curry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices. This one-pot recipe brings the essence of tropical cuisine into your kitchen, making it perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, Coconut Chicken Curry is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers and carrots)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until no longer pink in the center (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and carrots; cook for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the coconut milk and sprinkle curry powder over the mixture; stir well to combine. Let simmer gently for another 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 605mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg