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Coconut Curry Chicken Recipe

Delicious coconut curry chicken is packed with flavor! Serve with rice or bread for a perfect chicken curry meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 286 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves minced garlic  minced
  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 carrots cut into ¼-inch slices
  • 2 Russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons yellow curry powder
  • 1½ tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet set over medium heat, add oil. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add chicken and brown, about 3 minutes per side. Add carrots and potatoes, cook until lightly browned. Stir in curry powder and curry pastes. Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in coconut milk, broth, sugar, and fish sauce. Gently simmer (covered or uncovered) for 20 minutes or until potatoes and carrots are cooked through. 
  4. Remove from heat and serve with rice and garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • STORE in airtight containers and place in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, cook easy coconut curry chicken in a saucepan or wok on medium heat until heated through. You can also microwave until heated through.
  • FREEZE. Leftover coconut curry chicken can be frozen and thawed without any major problems. Allow the dish to cool completely before adding it to freezer-safe containers. It is best when used within 3 months. Thaw and reheat slowly over medium-low heat.

Nutrition Information

Calories 286kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 64mg (21%) Sodium 186mg (8%) Potassium 822mg (23%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 5765IU (115%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 84mg (8%) Iron 4.1mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 286

% Daily Value*

Calories 286kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 64mg 21%
Sodium 186mg 8%
Potassium 822mg 17%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 5765IU 115%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 84mg 8%
Iron 4.1mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.