Kids Favorite Coconut Chicken Curry Recipe

Looking for your next dinner favorite? You've got to try our Coconut Chicken Curry! It's a simple yet scrumptious dish packed with the warm flavors of mustard seeds, cumin, and cardamom, all simmered together with tender chicken and creamy coconut milk. This recipe is a total crowd-pleaser and perfect for anyone wanting to spice up their meal routine without too much fuss. Ready in no time, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or a relaxing weekend dinner. Dive in and let this cozy curry make your evening a little more special!

Ingredients:

• 4 tbsp cooking oil

• ½ tsp mustard seeds

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 5 cardamom pods

• 2 bay leaves

• 2 dry red chilies

• 1 cup thinly sliced onion

• ¼ cup water (plus additional splashes as needed)

• 2 tsp garlic paste

• 2 tsp ginger paste

• ½ tsp turmeric powder

• 1¼ tsp red chili powder

• 1 kg chicken, cut into small pieces

• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tsp garam masala

• ¾ cup coconut milk

• 6-7 whole green chilies

• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Spices:

• Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.

• Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, cardamom, bay leaves, and dry red chilies. Let them splatter to release their flavors.

1. Cook the Onions:

• Add sliced onions to the pan. Sauté until they turn golden brown.

• Mix in a splash of water to prevent burning, followed by the garlic and ginger pastes. Stir well.

1. Bloom the Spices:

• Sprinkle in the turmeric and red chili powder. Sauté until the oil begins to separate from the spices, adding a splash of water if the mixture gets too dry.

1. Brown the Chicken:

• Increase the heat to high and add the chicken pieces along with salt. Mix and cook for about 2 minutes, then cover and simmer on low heat for 3 minutes to allow the chicken to release its juices.

1. Add Final Spices:

• Uncover and sprinkle in coriander powder and garam masala. Sauté over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes, letting the chicken get a slightly charred color for extra flavor.

1. Simmer with Coconut Milk:

• Pour in the coconut milk and add whole green chilies. Stir well, then cover and cook on low heat for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the flavors meld.

1. Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve this creamy and aromatic curry warm, ideal with rice or flatbreads.

Tip: Let the chicken sit undisturbed for a few moments while sautéing to develop a beautiful char and richer flavor.

Kids will adore this twist on chicken curry, and it's a great way to introduce them to new flavors gently!