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Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe

Amber Bracegirdle
Coconut chicken curry is full of delicious spices and succulent chicken. Add okra for an authentic, yummy flare.
4 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 473 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • pinch of Salt and Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder divided
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala divided
  • 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast diced into 1" chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic smashed
  • 1 14-ounce can Sweetened Coconut Milk full fat
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Frozen Okra Pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice for serving
  • Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine divided curry powder, divided garam masala, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine evenly.
  • Dice chicken breasts into small chunks, then toss in the spice mixture, coating evenly.
  • Place the chicken chunks onto the skewers, making sure not to crowd so that they cook evenly.
  • Heat grill or grill pan – make sure it’s up to temperature before adding chicken.
  • Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes, turning every 1-2 minutes to grill on all sides.
  • When chicken is fully cooked, remove to a plate and finish the sauce.
  • Add oil to a large skillet or sauté pan, heating it over medium heat until shimmering. Add the remaining curry and garam masala, stirring to mix well, for 1 minute.
  • Add chopped onion to the pan, and a little more oil if needed. Saute for about 3 minutes, or until the onion is tender.
  • Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds or so.
  • Stir in coconut milk, tomato paste, sugar, and more salt and pepper. Make sure it is well combined.
  • Add frozen okra to the sauce, and allow to simmer for a few minutes.
  • Mix water and cornstarch together in a small bowl or mug, making sure to fully combine (with no lumps!) before adding to the sauce.
  • Simmer 15 minutes on low heat, stirring often to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Add grilled chicken pieces to the sauce, allowing to simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
  • Serve over freshly cooked basmati rice and garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 473kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 16gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 680mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g
Keyword Chicken Breasts, Chicken Curry, Coconut, Cookbooks, Curry, Dinners, Easy Dinners, Indian, Onions, Simmered, Tomatoes
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