Easy Coconut Chicken Curry

4.56 from 50 votes

Whether you are an adventurous foodie or a meat and potatoes type, this easy Coconut Curry Chicken is totally for you.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Mom's Best 100 Easy Chicken Recipes

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: chicken, coconut, curry, dairy free

Servings: servings

Author: Sweet Basil

Chop the chicken into large chunks.
2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper and half of the curry and half of the garam masala.
2 Tablespoons Curry Powder, 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala, 1 teaspoon Salt, Pepper
Toss to coat evenly.
Thread the chicken onto skewers (if wooden make sure you soaked them first) and place on a medium high heated grill.
Turn the chicken every 1-2 minutes until grilled on each side, about 6-8 minutes.
Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat add the oil and heat until shimmering.
1-2 Tablespoons Peanut Oil
Add the remaining curry and garam marsala.
2 Tablespoons Curry Powder, 1 Tablespoon Garam Masala
Cook, stirring occasionally for 1 minute, add the onion and a little more oil if the pan is dry.
1 Onion
Continue to cook for 2 minutes or until the onion is tender, stirring often.
Add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds then add coconut milk, paste, salt, pepper and sugar.
1 teaspoon Salt, 2 Cloves Garlic, 1 Can Sweetened Coconut Milk, 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste, 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar, Pepper
In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch.
2 Tablespoons Water, 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
Whisk into the sauce.
Simmer for 15 minutes and add the chicken into the sauce.
Stir to combine and heat for 3 minutes then serve over rice with fresh cilantro.
White Rice, Cilantro

Can be frozen for up to 3 months.