Description
Coconut Curry Chicken Rice is a delicious and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken, fragrant rice, and a rich coconut curry sauce for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of jasmine rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and let it cook for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve the coconut curry chicken over the jasmine rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or chopped chili peppers.
- This dish can be made with vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Curry Chicken Rice, Thai Curry, Chicken Rice, Coconut Milk Recipe