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Elevated Chicken Curry with Coconut and Mango
A sophisticated take on classic chicken curry, this dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce, enhanced by fresh mango, aromatic spices, and a touch of lime. This elevated version combines traditional techniques with vibrant flavors, making it perfect for a special dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lb chicken thighs
- •1 large onion
- •4 cloves garlic
- •1 inch ginger
- •14 oz coconut milk
- •1 medium mango
- •2 tbsp curry powder
- •1 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp ground coriander
- •0.5 tsp turmeric
- •2 tbsp lime juice
- •2 tbsp vegetable oil
- •1 tsp salt
- •0.5 tsp black pepper
- •0.25 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 minutes
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
⏱️ 1 minutes
Add the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric; toast the spices for 1-2 minutes.
Add the seasoned chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 6 minutes
Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cover, allowing the curry to cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
⏱️ 25 minutes
While the curry simmers, peel and dice the mango.
After 25 minutes, add the diced mango and lime juice to the curry.
Cook uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
⏱️ 7.5 minutes
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.