Description
Aromatic and flavorful, this Chicken Curry recipe is a delightful dish with tender chicken pieces in a rich, spiced tomato-coconut sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner, serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Curry:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger: Sauté until softened.
- Stir in spices: Curry powder, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and optional cayenne.
- Add chicken: Coat with spices.
- Pour in tomatoes, coconut milk, and broth: Season, simmer, and cook covered for 20-25 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or naan.
- Leftovers taste great the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
