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One-Pot Chicken Curry (Quick & Creamy Recipe)

This One-Pot Chicken Curry is the ultimate weeknight dinner! Tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic, and creamy coconut curry sauce, all made in a single pan for the easiest cleanup. Ready in under 40 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  2. Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste, then pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Return the seared chicken to the pan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 38gFat: 32gFiber: 3g

Notes

For the creamiest sauce, use full-fat canned coconut milk.
Serve hot over basmati rice with a side of naan bread for a complete meal.
Keyword creamy chicken curry,easy chicken curry,one-pot meal

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