Coconut Curried Chicken
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽 Description: This Coconut Curried Chicken recipe is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the richness of coconut milk with the aromatic spices of curry powder, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
🥩 Recipe Category: Chicken Breast
🔑 Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Coconut, Fruit, Nuts, Meat, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | Curry powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 2 tbsp | Canola oil |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 2 tsp | Ginger |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 lb | Boneless chicken breast |
| 1 can (14 oz) | Low-fat coconut milk |
| 1 tbsp | Lime juice |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 242.4
- Fat Content: 13.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 72.6mg
- Sodium Content: 365.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 6.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 1.9g
- Protein Content: 24.5g
Servings: 4
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the curry powder and salt. Add the boneless chicken breast to the bowl and toss until the chicken is evenly coated with the spice mixture.
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Sear the Aromatics: Heat the canola oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and diced onion to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute, until the aromatics become fragrant.
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Sear the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breast to the pan. Sear the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until it develops a golden brown crust.
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Simmer with Coconut Milk: Pour the low-fat coconut milk and lime juice into the pan with the seared chicken. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and the chicken to cook through.
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Serve: Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove the pan from the heat. Serve the Coconut Curried Chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions, if desired.
This Coconut Curried Chicken recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a versatile and satisfying dish that is sure to please your taste buds. Enjoy it with steamed rice, quinoa, or naan bread for a complete meal that will transport you to culinary paradise!
