Description
This Simple Coconut Chicken Curry is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich coconut milk curry sauce infused with aromatic spices, garlic, and ginger. Served over rice and garnished with fresh cilantro, this curry combines creamy textures with vibrant flavors, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons regular or spicy curry powder
- 3-4 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 2 1/2 cups canned coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
To Serve
- Cooked rice
- Mango topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook chicken and spices: In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken, curry powder, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to brown the chicken and toast the spices.
- Add paste and aromatics: Stir in the red curry paste, tomato paste, salted butter, chopped garlic, and fresh ginger. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to melt.
- Add vegetables and coconut milk: Add the chopped broccoli florets and pour in the canned coconut milk. Season with salt to taste. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Finish with cilantro and serve: Stir in the fresh chopped cilantro just before serving. Spoon the chicken curry and sauce over cooked rice and serve with mango topping on the side, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your spice preference.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer curry.
- Broccoli can be substituted with other vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas.
- Serve with jasmine or basmati rice for best results.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
