🍍🌶️🍚 Spicy Pineapple Chicken Curry with Coconut Rice
🍽️ Servings:
3–4
⏱️ Total Time:
30 minutes
🌈 Flavor Vibe:
Sweet & tangy pineapple, spicy chili heat, rich coconut curry. Bold tropical vibes all the way! 🌴
🛒 Ingredients:
🍗 For the Pineapple Chicken Curry:
1.5 lbs (680g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 🐔
1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil 🛢️
1 onion, chopped 🧅
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (optional but adds a nice kick) 🌟
1–2 tbsp red curry paste (adjust to spice level) 🌶️
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk 🥥
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned) 🍍
1/2 cup chicken broth or water 💧
1 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce 🍶
1–2 tbsp brown sugar or palm sugar 🍬
1–2 tbsp lime juice (to taste) 🍋
Fresh cilantro or basil for garnish 🌿
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
🍚 For the Coconut Rice:
1 cup jasmine rice 🍚
1 cup coconut milk 🥥
3/4 cup water 💧
Pinch of salt 🧂
Optional: 1 tsp sugar to balance the coconut flavor 🍬
🔪 Instructions:
🍚 Step 1: Cook the Coconut Rice
Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
In a pot, combine rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and optional sugar.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 more minutes. Fluff the rice and keep warm. 🍚
🍛 Step 2: Make the Pineapple Chicken Curry
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and no longer pink (about 6–8 minutes).
Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1–2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
Add pineapple chunks, fish sauce (or soy sauce), brown sugar, and lime juice.
Bring to a simmer, then cook for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, more sugar, or lime juice to balance flavors. 🌶️🍍🍋
🌿 Step 3: Final Touches
Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil for added freshness and color.
Optional: Add a few chili flakes or chopped fresh chilies for an extra spicy kick 🌶️🔥
🍽️ To Serve:
Spoon the coconut rice onto plates or bowls.
Ladle the spicy pineapple chicken curry over the rice.
Garnish with extra herbs and lime wedges. Serve with a side of chili for those who like it extra spicy! 🌿🍍🌶️
✨ Tips & Variations:
Add more veggies like bell peppers, snap peas, or baby spinach for extra texture and nutrition. 🥦
Make it vegetarian by swapping the chicken for tofu or chickpeas — same delicious curry base! 🥥🍚
For a smoky touch, try adding a bit of smoked paprika to the curry paste. 🌶️
🧡 What You’ll Love:
The balance of sweet pineapple and spicy curry — it's a flavor explosion! 🍍🌶️
The creamy coconut rice is the perfect base for the spicy curry sauce. 🥥
It's quick, easy, and so comforting! 😋