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Coconut Chicken Curry

A vibrant and aromatic dish that embodies comfort food with tender chicken enveloped in a creamy coconut sauce and fragrant spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or substitute with canola oil)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup light coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup green peas (thawed if frozen)
  • 0.25 cup peanuts, chopped (optional for added crunch)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley for garnish)
For Serving
  • as needed Steamed brown rice, basmati rice, or cauliflower rice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until melted.
  2. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  3. Incorporate the minced garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chicken cubes, sprinkle with curry powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the light coconut milk and add minced ginger, stirring well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. Mix cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of liquid from the pan until smooth, then stir back into the curry.
  4. Stir in the thawed green peas and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve hot over a bed of rice, topped with chopped peanuts and cilantro.

Notes

For extra heat, consider adding chopped Thai chilies or red pepper flakes. Ensure not to overcook the chicken for juiciness. Adjust cornstarch for thickness preference.