🍛 Coconut Curry Chicken with Rice 🥥✨
🌟 This Coconut Curry Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish, blending tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and warm spices. Served over fluffy rice, it’s a satisfying meal perfect for cozy nights or meal prep. 🌶️🍚
Ingredients
For the Chicken Curry:
🛢️ 2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
🧅 1 medium onion, diced
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🌶️ 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
🍗 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
🌿 1 tsp ground turmeric
🌶️ 1 tsp ground cumin
🌶️ 1 tsp curry powder or garam masala
🌶️ 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
🍅 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
🥥 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🍋 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
For the Rice:
🍚 1 1/2 cups basmati or jasmine rice
💧 3 cups water or chicken broth
🧂 Pinch of salt
Optional Garnishes:
🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped
🥥 Toasted coconut flakes
🍋 Lemon or lime wedges
1 avocado
1 tomato
1 onion
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Rice:
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a pot, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft.
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
4️⃣ Add the Spices:
Sprinkle turmeric, cumin, curry powder, and chili powder (if using) over the chicken. Stir to coat evenly and toast the spices for 1 minute.
5️⃣ Build the Curry Sauce:
Stir in the diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
Pour in the coconut milk, stir well, and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors are well combined.
6️⃣ Finish with Lemon or Lime:
Add lemon or lime juice to the curry, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
7️⃣ Serve and Garnish:
Spoon the coconut curry chicken over the cooked rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro, toasted coconut flakes, and a wedge of lime.
🌟 This Coconut Curry Chicken with Rice is creamy, aromatic, and irresistibly delicious. It’s a meal that brings warmth and comfort to your table every time! 🥥🍗🍚
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