Description
Craving a comforting meal with bold flavors? This African Chicken Curry is a must-try! It’s a rich, savory, and mildly spicy dish made with tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and vibrant spices like ginger, curry powder, and cumin. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a cozy weeknight dish, or new food ideas with international flair, this easy recipe is packed with layers of flavor and comes together in just under an hour. Perfect for fans of healthy snacks, quick dinners, and globally inspired meals.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1.5 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons oil for cooking
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in hot oil until browned on both sides, then set aside.
2. In the same pot, sauté chopped onions until translucent.
3. Add garlic and ginger. Stir and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Mix in tomato paste, curry powder, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavor.
5. Pour in coconut milk and return chicken to the pot. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.
6. Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Use boneless thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
Let the curry rest 10 minutes before serving to enhance the spice blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken curry, easy dinner, comfort food, African recipes, coconut curry