Description
A flavorful and spicy chicken and chickpea curry that is perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or naan (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
- Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and coconut milk to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the curry simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the curry over cooked rice or with naan, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with diced tofu or additional vegetables like bell peppers and spinach.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper or serving with a side of yogurt to cool the heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg