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Coconut Curry Chicken

Coconut Curry Chicken

Discover the rich and creamy flavors of Coconut Curry Chicken. Easy to make with pantry staples, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs with bone and skin (about 250g each)
  • 4 pieces chicken drumsticks (about 150g each)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 unit onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper
  • 400 g can of full-fat coconut milk
  • 400 g can of crushed tomatoes
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (or parsley/spinach)

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Grater (for fresh ginger)

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy and golden, then flip and cook for another minute.
  3. Remove chicken from pot. Add onions to the pot and cook until soft, then add garlic and ginger, stirring constantly.
  4. Add the spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric, chili powder) and stir to toast them briefly.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and crushed tomatoes, scraping up any brown bits, and return chicken to the pot, making sure it's submerged.
  6. Bring to a simmer, lower the heat, and cover. Cook for 10 minutes, then uncover and simmer for another 20 minutes.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and half the cilantro. Serve with basmati rice or flatbreads, garnished with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 36gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This Coconut Curry Chicken recipe is a crowd-pleaser full of vibrant flavors. Perfect for any dinner occasion!
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