Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry
Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry
While the flavors of curry are often complex, its preparation doesn't have to be. Here's a chicken curry that's simple enough to put together on a weeknight, and many of the ingredients may already be in the pantry. Do give it a try, and feel free to cut back on the heat by using fewer jalapeños.
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Servings
5
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 onions, diced
- 2 jalapeños, minced
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoon cilantro, minced
- 2 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup coconut milk
- greek yogurt, for serving
- pita bread, warmed, for serving
Directions
- In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown. Stir in the onions and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in the jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds. Add the turmeric, cumin, cayenne, and coriander. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the coconut milk. Cook until the liquid has thickened. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt and pita bread.