Easy & Healthy Coconut Chicken Curry
A delightful one-pot coconut chicken curry that is perfect for weeknight dinners, packed with flavor and health benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup peas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil. Once hot, sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and salt. Allow the spices to cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add the chicken cubes, stirring well to coat them in the spices.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, mixing everything to create a creamy sauce.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, do a natural release for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Stir in the peas and let sit for a few minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro alongside fluffy basmati rice.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or add your favorite vegetables.