Description
A rich and flavorful Coconut Chicken Curry made with tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy coconut milk and tomato sauce, flavored with curry powder, garlic, and fresh parsley. This comforting dish is perfect served over rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 pounds chicken breasts (skinless and boneless, cut into bite size pieces)
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoon parsley (chopped)
Pantry & Spices
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 14 ounce coconut milk (1 can)
- 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes (1 can)
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink inside and begins to brown slightly.
- Add aromatics and spices: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and curry powder to the chicken. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes until the onions soften and the spices become fragrant.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar. Stir everything together thoroughly. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer gently for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Garnish and serve: Stir the curry lightly, then sprinkle chopped parsley over the top. Serve the coconut chicken curry hot over cooked rice or your preferred side dish.
Notes
- Store any leftover curry in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, cool the curry completely and freeze it in a shallow airtight container to ensure even freezing. Stir well when reheating.
- Curry powder heat levels vary greatly; if unsure, start with 1 tablespoon and adjust after tasting. Mild curry powder is recommended for a family-friendly dish.
- This recipe uses low sodium chicken broth to control saltiness, but adjust salt as needed based on your taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or warm naan bread for a complete meal.
