Coconut Chicken Recipe | Creamy Chicken Curry | Ready In 20 Minutes | Marry Me Recipe 😋

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while almond milk is more budget-friendly.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken thighs are less expensive than breasts.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be healthier and using turmeric and cumin is cost-effective.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in curry powder, turmeric, coriander, and cumin; stir well to coat the chicken.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add lime juice, salt, pepper, and sugar; stir to combine.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with rice or naan.

Cooking Techniques

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