Description
A quick and easy recipe for creamy coconut chicken that’s savory, slightly sweet, and perfect for any weeknight dinner. This one-pan dish is flavorful, impressive, and pairs perfectly with rice or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk and curry powder, stirring to combine.
- Add soy sauce, season with salt and pepper, and taste to adjust seasoning.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, over rice or with warm bread.
Notes
For an extra crunch, sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: coconut chicken, quick dinner, one pan meal, tropical chicken, easy chicken recipe