Hearty Chicken Curry
Coconut chicken curry — Thai or South Indian-influenced version with coconut milk. Different from North Indian tomato-based curries. Best with jasmine rice.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
26 min
Servings
4
Calories
487 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Chicken500 g
- Onion1 medium
- Tomato2 medium
- Ginger1 tsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Garam Masala1
- Coriander Powder1
- Salt1 tsp
- Oil2 tbsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 4 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Chicken500 g
- Onion1 medium
- Tomato2 medium
- Ginger1 tsp
- Garlic3 cloves
- Garam Masala1
- Coriander Powder1
- Salt1 tsp
- Oil2 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Cube 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy pot. Add 1 chopped onion, cook 6 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste, cook 1 minute.
- 3
Add chicken, brown 5 minutes.
- 4
Add 2 tablespoons curry powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, ½ teaspoon red chili, 1 teaspoon salt. Cook 1 minute.
- 5
Add 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk and 1 cup chicken stock. Simmer 25 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.
- 6
Finish with juice of 1 lime, ¼ cup chopped cilantro, 2 chopped scallions. Serve with jasmine rice and naan.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Coconut milk for South Indian/Thai influence.
- 2.Curry powder, not garam masala. Different flavor profile.
- 3.Lime at end. Brightens.
- 4.Tender chicken. Don't overcook.
🔬 Why It Works
Coconut chicken curry succeeds because the coconut milk + curry powder combination creates a lighter, brighter curry than tomato-onion based versions. South Indian/Thai influence. Quick weeknight dinner.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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