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Amazing Curry Coconut Chicken and Rice in 50 min

Curry Coconut Chicken and Rice
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Create a wonderfully comforting and exotic Curry Coconut Chicken and Rice dish. This recipe brings the joy of a slow Sunday into your weeknight cooking with creamy coconut milk and fragrant curry spices coating tender chicken and fluffy rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons yellow or red curry paste (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup white rice (like Basmati or Jasmine), rinsed
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides; remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the curry paste, cumin, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to toast the spices.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add the rinsed rice and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
  8. Return the browned chicken to the skillet.
  9. Cover the skillet tightly, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  10. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  11. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  12. Serve immediately, topped with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Notes

  • Rinsing your rice removes excess starch, helping the final dish stay fluffy.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let the curry simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the rice.
  • Feel free to add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or spinach during the last 5 minutes of simmering.

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Find it online: https://sundayflavor.com/curry-coconut-chicken-and-rice-recipe/