Easy Coconut Chicken Curry
This easy coconut chicken curry combines tender chicken breast with creamy coconut milk and tomato sauce in just six core ingredients, making it a simple weeknight dinner that tastes restaurant-quality.
This easy coconut chicken curry combines tender chicken breast with creamy coconut milk and tomato sauce in just six core ingredients, making it a simple weeknight dinner that tastes restaurant-quality.
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Heat oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the sliced spring onions and fry until softened.
Add the garlic ginger paste and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the curry slurry. In a small bowl, whisk together the curry powder and water until smooth.
Add the tomato paste to the chicken in the pan. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the paste darkens and is well incorporated.
Pour the curry powder slurry into the pan. Stir everything together to coat the chicken.
Pour in most of the coconut milk, reserving a tablespoon for garnish. Stir to combine.
Bring the curry to a simmer and let it cook, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken to your desired consistency.
To serve, drizzle with the reserved coconut milk and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro. Serve hot with naan bread for dipping.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
Yes. Thighs stay more tender and flavorful; increase cooking time by 5-10 minutes to ensure they cook through.
Medium heat from 3 tbsp curry powder. Reduce curry powder to 2 tbsp for mild, or add 1 tsp chili powder for extra heat.
Yes. Prepare up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if sauce has thickened.
Use garam masala (1 tbsp) plus turmeric (1 tsp) and cumin (1 tsp) as a substitute for similar warm spice.
Yes. Replace 1 tbsp tomato paste with 1/3 cup crushed canned tomatoes and reduce water to 1/4 cup to avoid excess liquid.
