Easy Curry Chicken Recipe

This delicious, Easy Curry Chicken recipe is a must-try for all curry lovers! Tender chicken chunks, potatoes, cashew nuts, and veggies are cooked in a flavorful curry sauce. Serve over white rice or Chapati for an easy and flavorful meal.

Easy Curry Chicken Recipe

This curry chicken is made with the help of a few simple ingredients. It’s great for a weeknight dinner or for when you want to impress your friends and family with your cooking skills!

Talking about the mouth-watering satisfaction you get from curry flavor, don’t miss my Jamaican Goat Curry and Coconut Curry Fish. They are easy to cook and might soon be your go-to recipe for family dinner.

Whether a newbie or an expert at cooking chicken recipes, you will find my step-by-step guide helpful because the ingredients are straightforward and readily available. Go ahead and make an awesome dish and feel free to make it your own by customizing it.

What is Curry Chicken?

Chicken curry, also known as curry chicken, is a homemade comfort food typical to Asians and Caribbeans. It is now a widely acceptable dish worldwide with many variations.

Chicken curry is a popular dish in many parts of the world, including India and Thailand. It has been adapted in various countries, such as Japan and Thailand. The Caribbean also has its own version of chicken curry that is quite different from its Indian counterpart but still delicious!

The Secret to a Perfect Chicken Curry

The key to an unforgettable chicken curry lies in the harmonious blend of spices, which creates a depth of flavor. A good curry powder, which is a mix of spices like coriander, cumin, turmeric, and chili pepper, serves as the foundation for your dish.

Another crucial element is the use of aromatics like onions, garlic, and ginger. These ingredients, when cooked slowly and patiently, impart a rich aroma and natural sweetness to the curry, perfectly balancing the spices.

Lastly, the choice of liquid is essential to achieve the desired consistency and taste. Coconut milk is a popular choice for its creaminess and subtle sweetness, while chicken stock or broth adds depth and savory notes to the dish.

What do you need to make Curry Chicken?

Make this tasty meal for your family with the following ingredients.

• Chicken: I love to use skinless and boneless chicken breast, but chicken thigh or any chicken parts of your choice works well too.
• Onion, garlic, and Ginger: these strong aromatics always bring the best flavor out of any recipe.
• Curry powder: a key ingredient to infuse that deep curry flavor.
• Habanero: It adds a dash of heat and flavor to this recipe. If you want it to be less spicy, you can remove the habanero seeds.
• Black Pepper and Salt: add to taste.
• Tomato sauce and paste: add this for bright and rich red color with a touch of tomato flavor.
• Coconut Milk: It adds depth of flavor with a rich and creamy texture.  
• Coconut Oil (or any other cooking oil) – for cooking the sauce.

How to Make Curry Chicken

• Dice chicken and set aside.
• In a skillet, heat oil and cook onions until softened.
• Add garlic, ginger, and habanero, then stir in curry powder, cumin, and coriander.
• Add chicken, cook until no longer pink.
• Add tomato sauce, paste, chicken stock, and coconut milk; cook for 20-25 minutes.
• Adjust seasoning and liquid as needed. Garnish with cilantro or parsley, and serve over rice or chapati.

Tips for making Curry Chicken

• If you like to be spicier, you can add more cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
• If you don’t like coconut milk, you can use Greek Yoghurt instead.
• If you want a more traditional flavor profile, try adding turmeric or garam masala instead of cumin (or both!).

Variations

• Add your favorite vegetables to the curry sauce before serving.
• If you are vegetarian or vegan, replace the chicken with tofu and soy milk in place of dairy milk when making the curry sauce.
• Use heavy cream in place of coconut milk.
• If you want it extra creamy, add coconut cream in place of coconut milk.

How to Serve Curry Chicken Recipe

This Chicken curry is great with white rice, Chapati, rice and beans,  Jamaican Rice and Pea, Boiled Yams, Boiled or Baked Plantains,  or Flat Bread. 

How long will this recipe keep?

This curry chicken is best when it’s fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and about 3 months in the freezer. Reheat them in a microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.

How do I reheat this recipe?

To reheat your curry chicken, place it in a microwave-safe dish and heat for about 1 minute or until hot throughout. Alternatively, you can heat it on the stovetop over medium heat until heated through (about 3-5 minutes). Allow the frozen curry chicken to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before you reheat it.

Now that you’ve learned how to make this delicious curry chicken recipe, it’s time to put your skills to the test. If you want to try more of our recipes, check out our blog. We have many other great ideas for easy meals that don’t take much time or effort!

Other Favorite Chicken Recipes:

• Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
• Crispy fried Drumsticks
• Peri-Peri Chicken
• Baked Chicken Drumsticks
• Dry Rub Roast Chicken
• Chicken Fricassée
• Harissa Chicken Wings

Happy cooking!

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