Description
A flavorful blend of spices and creamy coconut milk wraps tender chicken in a warm hug, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust according to your heat preference)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red or yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional, for extra heat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken thighs or breasts. Cut into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and red pepper flakes. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer and sear for approximately 5 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for around 3 minutes until fragrant. Add bell pepper and sauté until tender, about another 3 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and diced tomatoes. Stir in turmeric powder, ground coriander, and optional chili powder. Simmer gently until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb flavors.
- Finish with lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately alongside rice or flatbread.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using skinless turkey or cooking in an air fryer. Adjust spice levels as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg