Description
Coconut Curry Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that captures the essence of tropical flavors in just 30 minutes. This simple recipe features tender chicken simmered in rich, creamy coconut milk, blended with aromatic spices like ginger and garlic. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve this delectable curry over fluffy jasmine rice or warm naan bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, Coconut Curry Chicken is sure to impress and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and oil for cooking
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic and ginger.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add curry powder to the skillet, then pour in coconut milk and soy sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot over rice or with naan, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg