Description
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of this African Coconut Chicken Curry. Tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with a hint of spice, served with vegetables for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
Curry Base:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, brown chicken on all sides, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion until soft, add garlic, ginger, and spices; cook until fragrant.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in tomatoes, coconut milk, and broth. Return chicken to the pan with vegetables.
- Simmer: Cover and cook until chicken is done and vegetables are tender.
- Finish: Stir in spinach, cook until wilted. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- Serve with rice, flatbread, or quinoa
- Adjust spice level to taste
- Substitute butternut squash for sweet potato
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
