This Coconut-Curry Chicken is an irresistible dish that combines the richness of coconut milk and spicy curry flavors with tender chicken. Paired with fragrant jasmine rice, it’s a comforting and exotic meal that’s both flavorful and easy to make! 🌿🔥
Ingredients:
For the Coconut-Curry Chicken:
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks 🍗
1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1-inch piece of ginger, grated 🫚
1 tablespoon red curry paste 🌶️
1 teaspoon ground turmeric 🌿
1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk 🥥
1/2 cup chicken broth 🍲
2 tablespoons soy sauce 🍜
1 tablespoon brown sugar 🍯
1 tablespoon lime juice 🍋
Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂🌿
For the Jasmine Rice:
1 cup jasmine rice 🍚
2 cups water 💧
1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
Garnishes (Optional):
Fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
Lime wedges 🍋
Chopped peanuts or cashews 🥜
Sliced red chilies 🌶️
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Jasmine Rice:
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. 🍚
In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil. 💧🧂
Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork when done. 🍚
2️⃣ Prepare the Coconut-Curry Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. 🫒
Season the chicken chunks with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned on all sides. 🍗🔥
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. 🧅🧄🫚
Stir in the red curry paste, turmeric, cumin, and paprika. Cook for another 1 minute to toast the spices. 🌶️🌿
Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine. 🥥🍲🍜
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the chicken to cook through. 🍛
Stir in the lime juice, then taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. 🍋🧂
3️⃣ Serve:
Plate the jasmine rice and spoon the coconut-curry chicken over the top. 🍚🍛
Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, chopped peanuts, or red chilies for an extra burst of flavor. 🌿🍋🥜🌶️
Tips & Variations:
✅ Add veggies: Throw in some spinach, bell peppers, or peas for extra color and nutrients. 🥬🌶️
✅ Make it spicier: Add more red curry paste or fresh chili to heat things up! 🌶️🔥
✅ Use coconut cream: For a richer, creamier sauce, swap coconut milk for coconut cream. 🥥
✅ Low-carb option: Serve the chicken with cauliflower rice instead of jasmine rice. 🥦