Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Coconut Chicken Curry, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, fresh jalapeño, and creamy coconut milk, all cooked in one skillet. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering a rich and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes. The unique spice blend creates a warm and inviting flavor profile that will please the whole family. With versatile pairing options like rice or naan, this Coconut Chicken Curry is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 medium onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, ground coriander, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts with the spice mixture thoroughly.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken until golden brown on both sides (6-8 minutes each side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion, jalapeño, ginger, and garlic until onions are soft.
- Add chopped tomatoes and lemon juice; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in coconut milk and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; let everything simmer together for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mix for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust spiciness by varying the amount of jalapeño or cayenne pepper used. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or warm naan for a complete meal.