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Silky Coconut Chicken Curry Infused with Warm Cinnamon, Aromatic Spices, and Creamy Coconut Milk

A silky and fragrant coconut chicken curry with warm cinnamon and aromatic spices, simmered in creamy coconut milk for a comforting and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and sear until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add garlic, ginger, cinnamon stick, curry powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, then pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Return the chicken to the pot, add salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  8. Uncover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan.

Notes

For a spicier curry, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped chili with the spices. Use full-fat coconut milk for the silkiest texture. This curry tastes even better the next day.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Calories: 485 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Fat: 36 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Protein: 30 g