Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Curry with Bell Peppers & Fluffy Rice, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with vibrant bell peppers in a creamy coconut milk sauce. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights, but also versatile enough to adapt to your taste preferences. With aromatic spices like garlic, ginger, and curry powder, this comforting meal will fill your kitchen with enticing scents that promise a satisfying dining experience. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice for a complete meal that feels both special and homely.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast chunks
- Red bell peppers
- Yellow bell peppers
- Onion slices
- Garlic and ginger paste
- Curry powder
- Coconut milk
- Olive oil
- Fresh cilantro
- Long-grain basmati rice
- Water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions, garlic, and ginger paste; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken breast chunks and sear until lightly browned on all sides.
- Stir in curry powder to coat the chicken. Add sliced bell peppers and pour in coconut milk.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the curry simmers, rinse basmati rice under cold water. In a pot, combine rice with water and a pinch of salt; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover until tender (about 15 minutes).
- Serve the curry over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 380g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg