Ready to try a simple yet flavorful dish? If you love the taste of Asian spices, this easy creamy coconut chicken curry recipe is for you!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings (Adjustable): 4
Calories: 258kcal
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Ingredients
1tablespoonolive oil
1poundbonelessskinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1-inch cubes
⅓cupwateror chicken broth
¼cupchopped onion
1 ½teaspoonscurry powder
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonground cumin
½cupcoconut creamor sour cream
Instructions
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until hot. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
Stir in ⅓ cup water and the onion, curry powder, salt, and cumin. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 10 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the coconut cream (or sour cream).
Notes
Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown properly. If the pan is overcrowded, the chicken will steam instead of brown, and it won't have as much flavor.Adjust the heat: Make sure to adjust the heat as needed while cooking the curry. If the curry is boiling too vigorously, turn down the heat to prevent the coconut milk or cream from separating. On the other hand, if the curry is not simmering enough, turn up the heat to help the flavors meld together.Add the coconut cream last: To prevent the coconut cream (or milk) from curdling, add it to the curry towards the end of cooking. This will also help to ensure that the curry doesn't become too rich or heavy.