Jun 09 2026

Curry Chicken Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Liquids

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. Dice the tomatoes.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pan over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

  2. 4

    Add Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned on all sides.

  3. 5

    Spice it Up

    Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Liquids

    Add the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and chicken broth to the pan. Stir well to combine.

  5. 7

    Simmer the Curry

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  6. 8

    Season

    Taste the curry and add salt and pepper as needed.

Serving

  1. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side. Enjoy!

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