Name: Coconut Curry Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, minced; 2 tbsp red curry paste; 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh cilantro, for garnish

A healthy and flavorful Coconut Curry Chicken Breast dish, featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with vibrant spices. The curry’s rich, mild heat pairs perfectly with the chicken, creating a balanced, satisfying meal.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

Adjust spice levels by varying the curry paste.
Serve with brown rice or quinoa for added fiber.
Marinate the chicken for extra flavor.
Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier texture or light coconut milk for fewer calories.

Yield: Serves 2

Coconut Curry Chicken Breasts

A flavorful and healthy coconut curry chicken breast dish, cooked in creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices for a satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, minced
2 tbsp red curry paste
1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
Add the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the red curry paste, turmeric, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden.
Pour in the coconut milk, bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
Season with salt and pepper.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Notes

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. You can also use chicken thighs for a juicier option.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 369Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 112mgSodium 650mgCarbohydrates 17gFiber 2gSugar 8gProtein 43g

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