Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice

This flavorful and hearty dish is perfect for any night of the week. Tender chicken in a creamy coconut curry sauce served over a bed of fluffy rice.

15m

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes

2 tablespoons coconut oil

1 onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk

1 cup chicken broth

2 cups cooked rice

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chicken and sauté until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook until softened.

Step 4

Add the turmeric, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the coconut milk and chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the chicken back to the skillet and let it cook in the sauce for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Step 7

Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Step 8

Serve over a bed of cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.