Coconut Cream Chicken Curry
Coconut Cream Chicken Curry is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe transforms everyday ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this curry is truly a celebration on a plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic and ginger.
- 2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- 3. Add the chopped chicken to the skillet, searing until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- 4. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Season with curry powder, salt, pepper, and optional sugar; simmer for another 5 minutes.
- 6. Finish with fresh lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices for at least an hour before cooking. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for a vegetarian or seafood option. - Serve alongside jasmine rice or warm naan bread for a complete meal.