Description
Coconut Chicken Curry is a vibrant, creamy dish that transports your taste buds to the tropics. Tender chicken simmers in rich coconut milk, infused with aromatic spices to create a comforting and flavorful meal. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests, this easy-to-make recipe guarantees delightful results that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in curry powder and cook for 2 minutes to release flavors.
- Add chicken breasts; sear both sides for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper, cover, and let simmer on low for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg