Coconut Curry Chicken
Coconut curry chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy coconut sauce and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, offering bold flavors that will transport you to tropical paradise. With fresh vegetables added for nutrition and color, this dish is sure to impress while satisfying every palate. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that warms the heart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers and spinach)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and curry powder; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Bring to a simmer.
- Add mixed vegetables; cook until tender yet crisp (3-5 minutes).
- Finish with lime juice, stir well, and serve over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg