Description
Coconut milk chicken delivers a luscious journey through Southeast Asian flavors, blending tender poultry with rich, aromatic spices. Savory and creamy, this dish promises a delightful culinary experience you will crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 can (400 ml / 13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles (to serve)
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious skillet and warm olive oil over medium-high temperature until shimmering.
- Create a robust seasoning blend using salt, pepper, and paprika, then thoroughly coat each chicken breast.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a rich golden-brown crust for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer seared chicken to a temporary plate, keeping the flavorful pan residue intact.
- Reduce heat to medium and introduce finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle curry powder into the skillet, stirring continuously to release its aromatic oils for about 60 seconds.
- Gently stream coconut milk into the pan, whisking to create a smooth, creamy sauce and incorporating all pan drippings.
- Carefully nestle chicken pieces back into the simmering sauce, allowing them to cook thoroughly for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Once chicken is perfectly cooked and sauce has thickened, remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice or tender noodles, ensuring each portion is generously coated with the luxurious coconut curry sauce.
Notes
- Swap regular coconut milk for light coconut milk to reduce calories without compromising creamy texture.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for more nutrition and color contrast.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for deeper flavor and more tender meat if preferring juicier results.
- Quickly toast curry powder before adding liquid to enhance its aromatic spice profile and develop richer underlying flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 289 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg