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Easy & Delicious Chicken Curry Recipe: Make Curry Chicken Now!
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Easy & Delicious Chicken Curry Recipe: Make Curry Chicken Now!
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Easy & Delicious Chicken Curry Recipe: Make Curry Chicken Now!

Learn how to make a rich and flavorful chicken curry from scratch with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal, this dish combines tender chicken pieces with aromatic spices and a creamy coconut sauce. Follow our simple steps for a delicious meal everyone will love.
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Finished Chicken Curry in a bowl
Finished Chicken Curry in a bowl

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
50m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Indian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
35g
Protein
20g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Chicken Curry served with rice
Chicken Curry served with rice

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast
    (Boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes)

    500 grams
  • Onion
    (Finely chopped)

    1 medium
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  • Garlic
    (Minced)

    3 cloves
  • Ginger
    (Grated)

    1 inch piece
  • Curry powder

    2 tablespoons
  • Turmeric

    1 teaspoon
  • Cumin

    1 teaspoon
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  • Coriander

    1 teaspoon
  • Coconut milk
    (Full-fat)

    400 ml can
  • Diced tomatoes

    400 gram can
  • Vegetable oil

    2 tablespoons
  • Salt

    to taste
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  • Black pepper

    to taste
  • Fresh cilantro
    (Chopped, for garnish)

    1 cup
Servings: 4
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Chicken simmering in curry sauce
Chicken simmering in curry sauce

Instructions

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  • 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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    Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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    Don't rush the onions; proper caramelization builds flavor.
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    Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
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    Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
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    Stir constantly to prevent sticking and burning.
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  • 3

    Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their aroma.
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    Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their aroma.
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    Toasting spices enhances their depth of flavor.
  • 4

    Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
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    Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
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    Browning the chicken adds another layer of flavor.
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    Pour in the coconut milk and diced tomatoes. Stir well to combine, season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
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    Pour in the coconut milk and diced tomatoes. Stir well to combine, season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
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    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. For a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for the last few minutes.
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  • 6

    Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan bread.
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    Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan bread.
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    Fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness that complements the curry.
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