Coconut Chicken Curry with Crispy Fries and Warm Naan
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Coconut Chicken Curry with Crispy Fries and Warm Naan. This comforting dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce, enriched with aromatic spices that dance on your palate. Paired with perfectly crispy fries and warm naan, it creates a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to enjoy it over rice or alongside fresh salads for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Crispy fries (store-bought or homemade)
- Naan bread
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop onions, mince garlic, grate ginger, and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (5-7 minutes), then add minced garlic and grated ginger for an additional minute.
- Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and chili flakes until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add chicken pieces; cook until browned on all sides (about 5-6 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Prepare crispy fries according to package instructions or your favorite recipe while the curry simmers. Serve hot with warm naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup of curry with fries
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg