Description
Coconut Curry Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the tropical flavors of coconut and spices to your dinner table. This creamy, aromatic chicken dish is simmered to perfection in a rich coconut sauce, making it a comforting meal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering taste, this recipe is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Serve it alongside rice or naan for the ultimate experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Soy sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic and ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and stir in curry powder; let simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt, pepper, lime juice, and optional soy sauce before removing from heat.
- Serve over steamed rice or with warm naan bread, garnished with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg