Best 11 Chicken With Coconut Curry Recipes

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When it comes to cooking a flavorful and aromatic dish, chicken with coconut curry is a top contender. This classic dish is not only delicious, but also versatile, allowing for variations in ingredients and flavors to suit individual preferences. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy curry, or desire a creamy or thick sauce, there's a recipe out there that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant blend of spices, the coconut milk adds a rich and creamy texture, while the chicken provides a succulent and tender base for the dish. So, if you're looking to embark on a culinary adventure and create a delectable chicken with coconut curry dish, read on to discover the best recipes that will guide you through the process, ensuring a satisfying and unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken, medium white onion, fresh scallion, garlic, fresh cilantro, curry powder, fresh thyme, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, oil, medium white onion, garlic, curry powder, fresh scallion, coconut milk, pepper, chicken broth, fresh cilantro

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 lb chicken, cubed
¼ medium white onion, diced
¼ cup fresh scallion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons curry powder
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons oil
½ medium white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons curry powder
¼ cup fresh scallion, chopped
13.5 oz coconut milk, 1 can
pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups chicken broth
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken with the onion, scallions, garlic, cilantro, curry powder, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix and let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering, and add the onion and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Add the curry powder and stir well, cooking for 3-4 minutes more.
  • Add the scallions and coconut milk, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for 8-10 minutes, until the coconut milk is boiling and begins to thicken.
  • Add the marinated chicken and stir well. Cook the chicken for 5 minutes, or until starting to brown. Season with pepper.
  • Add the chicken broth to the pot and stir.
  • Bring to a rolling boil and cover the pot. Simmer for 30 minutes, until the sauce thickens into a gravy.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 72 grams, Sugar 3 grams

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN



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A nice zippy chicken curry balanced out by the sweetness of coconut milk. This recipe is very basic and easy to customize to your taste. I have added hearts of palm, bamboo shoots, pineapple, mushrooms, onions or shallots...have fun with it!

Provided by Faith

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon curry paste, or more to taste
⅓ cup chicken broth
½ cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound the chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat, and pan-fry the chicken breasts until the meat is no longer pink, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken breasts to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium; stir the green onions and curry paste into the skillet, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Pour the broth into the skillet, and scrape up and dissolve any brown flavor bits in the skillet with a spoon. Bring the mixture to a full boil, and cook until the mixture has thickened into a glaze, about 10 minutes; pour in the coconut milk, bring back to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Mix the lime juice into the sauce, and stir in any juices that have collected from the chicken. Return the chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over the chicken, and simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 475.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CURRIED COCONUT CHICKEN



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Curried chicken simmered in coconut milk and tomatoes makes for a mouthwatering hint of the tropics! Goes great with rice and vegetables.

Provided by ROMA

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1 teaspoon salt and pepper, or to taste
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons curry powder
½ onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed, diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil and curry powder in a large skillet over medium-high heat for two minutes. Stir in onions and garlic, and cook 1 minute more. Add chicken, tossing lightly to coat with curry oil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in center and juices run clear.
  • Pour coconut milk, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and sugar into the pan, and stir to combine. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 806.7 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY WITH CASHEWS



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This Sri Lankan curry goes together fairly quickly despite the long list of ingredients. I used skinless, boneless thigh meat, because it always stays moist and can absorb a lot of flavor from a short marinade in ginger, garlic and spices. To intensify the taste, the cashews and coconut are used two ways. First, a handful of each is ground to a powder and added to the sauce. Then after simmering for 30 minutes or so, the curry is finished with a generous cup of thick coconut milk and garnished with toasted cashews. I also added, because I like it and thought it would harmonize nicely, a totally nontropical vegetable, parsnip - optional, but delicious.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut in 3-inch chunks
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons grated garlic
1/4 teaspoon cloves
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds
1/4 teaspoon allspice berries
1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or more to taste
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup raw cashews
1/4 cup shredded dried unsweetened coconut
1 pound small parsnips, peeled and cut in 2-inch batons, optional
2 tablespoons ghee, coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups finely diced onion
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 2-inch piece cinnamon stick
3 cups chicken broth or water
1 cup thick coconut milk
A few sprigs mint and cilantro for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Season chicken generously with salt and pepper and put it in a mixing bowl. Add ginger and garlic and massage into meat. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast cloves, fennel, cardamom, allspice, cumin and coriander until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Grind the toasted spices to a fine powder in an electric spice mill and add to chicken. Add turmeric, cayenne and lemon juice and mix well. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Put cashews on a baking sheet and roast until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool. Spread the shredded coconut on the baking sheet and toast until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, then let cool. Grind the coconut with 1/4 cup cashews in a spice mill or small food processor to make a rough powder. Reserve 1/2 cup roasted cashews for garnish.
  • Bring a small saucepan of lightly salted water to a simmer, then add parsnips and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • In a wide heavy-bottomed pot, heat ghee over medium-high heat. Add cooked parsnips, if using, and sauté until lightly browned. Remove and reserve. Add chicken pieces to the pot, stirring occasionally until lightly browned, about 5 minutes, then remove and set aside. Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more. Add tomato paste and let it sizzle with onions for a minute or two. Add broth and bring to a brisk simmer, stirring with a wooden spoon and scraping up any caramelized bits from the pot. Add cinnamon stick, chicken and the ground coconut and cashew mixture. Adjust heat to a gentle simmer, cover and cook for about 30 minutes, until chicken is tender. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • To finish the dish, stir in coconut milk and add reserved parsnips. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until parsnips are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with reserved cashews. Garnish with mint and cilantro sprigs, if using.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 637, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 902 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

22-MINUTE COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



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This 22-minute South Indian-inspired chicken dinner is based on takeout versions served at Manhattan's Curry Row.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Curry     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Chicken     Coconut     Ginger     Cashew     Spinach     Garlic     Takeout at Home

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 4 breasts or 7 thighs), cut into 1" cubes
2½ teaspoons mild curry powder
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons virgin coconut or vegetable oil (plus 2 teaspoons; optional)
½ medium onion, chopped
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk (preferably full-fat)
1 (2½") piece ginger, peeled
4 garlic cloves, peeled
¼ cup raw cashews, chopped (optional)
1½ teaspoons yellow and/or black mustard seeds (optional)
5 ounces baby spinach
Cilantro leaves with tender stems and cooked rice or naan (Indian flatbread; for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with curry powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet (at least 12" in diameter) over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Purée coconut milk, ginger, and garlic in a blender until very smooth.
  • Add chicken and coconut milk mixture to skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, 7-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, if using, heat 2 tsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add cashews and mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Immediately transfer mixture including the oil to a small bowl.
  • Fold spinach into chicken mixture and cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Divide among 4 bowls. Top with cilantro and cashew mixture, if using. Serve with rice or naan alongside.
  • Editor's note: This article has been updated as a part of our archive repair project.

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN



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My husband and I love this yummy dish! It's a breeze to prepare in the slow cooker, and it tastes just like a meal you'd have at your favorite Indian or Thai restaurant. -Andi Kauffman, Beavercreek, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 small onion, chopped
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 cup light coconut milk
4 teaspoons curry powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
Raisins, shredded coconut and chopped unsalted peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and onion in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken on both sides. , Transfer to slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the coconut milk, curry, garlic, bouillon, salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 5-6 hours., Serve chicken and sauce with rice; sprinkle with green onions. Garnish with raisins, coconut and peanuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN RECIPE



Coconut Curry Chicken Recipe image

Wonderfully fresh and flavorful Coconut Curry Chicken is made with bright ingredients, zippy spices, and lean chicken breasts. Ready in just 30 minutes, this savory meal will quickly become a weeknight favorite.

Provided by Becky Hardin

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Ground black pepper (to taste)
1 yellow onion (diced)
6 cloves garlic (rough chopped)
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3 tomatoes (chopped)
15 ounces coconut milk (1 can)
Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Cooked rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat the coconut oil in a skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and no longer pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, curry powder, cumin, coriander and cook until fragrant, about 60 seconds.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the tomatoes are softened and juicy, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Stir in the chicken and cook until warmed through. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 53 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 288 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



Coconut Chicken Curry image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 chicken breasts, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon rum
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon sliced lemongrass
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 hot pepper, chopped, optional
Freshly chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish
Cooked rice, serving suggestion

Steps:

  • In shallow baking dish or bowl, combine chicken with garlic and rum and let marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
  • In a medium-sized casserole or heavy pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and lemongrass and saute until tender and fragrant, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the chicken and saute until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add coconut milk, curry powder, and sesame oil and heat through. Add hot pepper, if using. Serve with rice and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



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Curry powder is stirred into this braise only during the last minute of cooking, delivering a bright hit of spice on top of the paprika and turmeric mellowed into the slow-simmered chicken. This dish from "Burma Superstar" by Desmond Tan and Kate Leahy (Ten Speed Press, 2017), needs time on the stove but not much attention, and gets even better after resting in the fridge, making it an ideal weeknight meal that can last days. There's plenty of coconut milk broth to spoon over rice or noodles. At his restaurant, Burma Superstar in Oakland, Calif., Mr. Tan also serves this with platha, a buttery, flaky Burmese flatbread, for dipping.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/3 cup canola oil
2 yellow onions, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (13-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce, plus more as needed
1 teaspoon Madras curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
1 cup cilantro sprigs, for serving
1 lime or lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Trim the chicken thighs of excess fat and cut into 1/2- to 1-inch pieces; transfer to a bowl. Add the paprika, turmeric and salt, and use your hands to mix well. Let the chicken marinate at room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients, or cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high. Stir in the onions, lower the heat to medium-low and cook gently, stirring often to prevent scorching, until tender and translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring often, until most of the water from the onions has been cooked out and a glossy layer of oil has risen to the surface, about 5 minutes more.
  • Add the marinated chicken and stir to release the spices into the onion. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a near boil. Let the coconut milk simmer briskly for about 4 minutes to thicken a bit. Lower the heat to medium-low and add the fish sauce. Stir in 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a near boil. The broth will thin out as the chicken starts to release its juices.
  • Lower to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Droplets of paprika-red oil will rise to the surface. Stir in the curry powder and cayenne, simmer briefly and remove from the heat.
  • If time permits, let the curry sit for at least 20 minutes before serving. This allows the chicken to soak in more flavors as the curry cools. Bring to a simmer again right before serving and taste, adding more salt or fish sauce if desired. Serve over rice or noodles, with bowls of cilantro and lime wedges.

CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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A staple in Indian, Thai, and Caribbean cuisines, mild-flavored coconut milk is used to enhance everything from curries to desserts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound small red potatoes, halved or quartered
Coarse salt
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, sliced crosswise into 3/4-inch-wide strips
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 teaspoons vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
3/4 cup canned coconut milk
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, cover potatoes with salted water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a bowl, toss chicken with curry powder and 1 teaspoon salt. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat; cook half the chicken, turning often, until browned and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with another teaspoon oil and remaining chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook garlic and pepper flakes in remaining teaspoon oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, tomato paste, and 1/4 cup water. Pour into pan; add peas, and stir until liquid just begins to simmer.
  • Return chicken to pan along with potatoes; toss until warmed through and coated with sauce, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve topped with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 48 g

LEFTOVER CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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Make and share this Leftover Chicken Coconut Curry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lena olafsson

Categories     Coconut

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

left over cooked chicken
3 green chilies
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 piece fresh ginger, skinned
2 garlic cloves
4 tablespoons water (for ginger or garlic paste)
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon coriander
1 (13 ounce) can coconut milk (if you prefer more sauce use 2)
2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
salt

Steps:

  • chop the onion and chilis small.
  • In a blender put water ginger and peeled garlic and blend it.
  • If mixture is too thick add a bit more water.
  • The paste should be the consistancy of apple sauce.
  • set aside.
  • Heat the oil in the pan and add the onion and chilis, cook till the onion is transparent take onions/chilis out with a slotted spoon and put in the blender.
  • Add mustard seeds to oil and cook until they start to pop.
  • Add the ginger garlic paste and spices,fry for about a minute.
  • blend coconut milk with the onion and chilis in the Blender until the chilis are nothing but minute green specks.
  • In a pot heat chicken in a bit more oil.
  • Add the chicken to the spice mixture and add the blended coconut milk to the chicken, heat thoroughly.
  • add salt to taste serve with white basmati rice.
  • *note:add as many chilis as you want to make this dish spicier.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your curry the best flavor. If possible, use fresh coconut milk, ginger, garlic, and cilantro.
  • Don't Be Afraid to Experiment: There are many different ways to make chicken with coconut curry. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find a combination that you love.
  • Serve with Rice: Chicken with coconut curry is traditionally served with rice. However, you can also serve it with noodles, quinoa, or your favorite grain.

Conclusion:

Chicken with coconut curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy, flavorful sauce and tender chicken, this curry is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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