Coconut Curry Chicken Recipe
Chicken cooked in a rich coconut curry sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Cooking the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Curry Sauce
- 3
- 4
Add Bell Pepper
Add the sliced bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add Curry Powder
Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables and stir well to combine, cooking for 1 minute to release the flavors.
- 6
Add Coconut Milk
Pour in the coconut milk and stir until well combined. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Combining and Finishing
- 7
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Return the browned chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken in the curry sauce. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- 8
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary. Serve the coconut curry chicken hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
