Description
Fresh Coconut Curry Chicken is a vibrant and easy-to-prepare dish that infuses the rich flavors of coconut and aromatic spices into tender chicken. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising a comforting yet exotic experience. With its creamy coconut milk base and customizable spice levels, this curry will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (13.5 oz / 400ml) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in curry powder and cook for another minute before pouring in coconut milk.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg