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Easy & Healthy Coconut Chicken Curry


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A quick, nutritious one-pot meal featuring the rich creaminess of coconut milk and aromatic spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode. Add olive oil and let it heat up.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken: Stir in the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, roughly 5-7 minutes.
  4. Mix in the spices: Sprinkle curry powder, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth: Combine these two liquids, stirring well.
  6. Secure the lid: Close your Instant Pot and set it to cook on ‘Manual’ high pressure for 10 minutes.
  7. Release the pressure: Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure and carefully open the lid.
  8. Garnish and serve: Stir your curry and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy it hot over basmati rice!

Notes

Can substitute chicken with chickpeas for a vegetarian version. Serve with basmati rice, quinoa, or naan.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: coconut chicken curry, one pot meal, quick dinner, healthy recipe