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A bowl of creamy, golden chicken curry garnished with fresh cilantro, served with basmati rice and naan bread.
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Chicken Curry Recipe: The Easiest, Creamiest 30-Minute Meal

This easy chicken curry recipe is ready in just 30 minutes! Made with tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and fragrant spices, it's a simple, one-pot weeknight dinner that's better than takeout.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Global, Indian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated or finely minced
  • 2 tbsp curry powder use a good quality medium blend
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk shaken well
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's Knife
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Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, turmeric, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are very fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with rice or naan bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 32gFat: 35gFiber: 3g

Notes

For the best flavor, use full-fat canned coconut milk, not the light version or coconut milk from a carton.
The flavors will deepen and be even better the next day!
Keyword 30 minute meal,coconut chicken curry,easy chicken curry

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