Description
This Tropical Coconut Chicken Curry is a cozy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk base with bold spices and a zesty lime finish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (can substitute with vegetable oil)
- 1 medium onion (use shallots for a milder flavor)
- 2 cloves garlic (fresh preferred, or use garlic powder)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (or ground ginger)
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust heat to taste)
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander (or ground cumin)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (omit for milder flavor)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or vegan butter)
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk (or light coconut milk)
- 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or honey)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (or parsley)
Instructions
1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in minced garlic, red curry paste, fresh ginger, and spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Mix in the butter and chicken thighs. Sauté until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, brown sugar, and lime juice. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Let the curry cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve warm over rice or with naan.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and curry powder before cooking. Adjust the level of cayenne and red curry paste to your preferred heat. This dish pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or warm naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg