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Skillet Coconut Chicken Curry

Skillet Coconut Chicken Curry

Chicken simmered in coconut milk with garlic, ginger, curry powder, and tomato paste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 397 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken cut into pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 ounce can
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper or broccoli

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Prep. Cut the chicken and mince the aromatics.
  • Brown. Cook the chicken in hot oil until golden.
  • Bloom. Stir in the garlic, ginger, curry powder, and tomato paste.
  • Simmer. Add the coconut milk and vegetables and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Serve. Serve hot with rice.

Notes

Substitutions: Use shrimp or chickpeas in place of chicken.
Tips: Pat the chicken dry before browning.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.
Keyword Chicken Breast, Coconut Milk, Curry Powder, Skillet Coconut Chicken Curry, Tomato Paste