Creamy Chicken Curry with Rice 🍛🍗
A rich and flavorful chicken curry with tender chicken pieces, aromatic spices, and a creamy sauce—served with fluffy basmati rice!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~600
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Curry:
500g chicken breast, cubed 🍗
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 onion, chopped 🧅
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tsp ginger, grated
1 red bell pepper, sliced 🫑
1 tbsp curry powder 🌶
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp garam masala
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
1 can (400ml) coconut milk 🥥
200ml chicken broth
Salt & black pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
For the Rice:
1 cup basmati rice 🍚
2 cups water
½ tsp salt
Instructions:
Prepare the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add rice and salt, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sear chicken cubes until golden brown, then set aside.
Make the Curry: In the same pan, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add Spices: Stir in curry powder, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Simmer: Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Add chicken back to the pan and simmer for 15 minutes until thick and creamy.
Serve & Enjoy: Plate the rice, pour the curry over, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Tips & Variations:
Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a variation.
Add carrots or spinach for extra veggies.
Serve with naan bread for a complete meal.