Yum Yum Chicken Curry

Indulge in the comforting, flavor-packed delight of Yum Yum Chicken Curry, a family-friendly recipe that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This creamy curry combines tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs with the richness of coconut milk, the warmth of aromatic spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, and a hint of tomato paste for depth and balance. In just 50 minutes, including prep time, you'll have a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners. Served over fluffy basmati rice and topped with fresh cilantro, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a curry enthusiast or new to bold spices, this one-pot wonder is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 400 milliliters Coconut milk
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups Cooked basmati rice (to serve)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the ingredients. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Grate the fresh ginger. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the onions and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and enhance their flavor.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the curry cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 7

Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the Yum Yum Chicken Curry hot over cooked basmati rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1516 grams (1516.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2068

Total Fat 84.20g	108%
Saturated Fat 19.60g	98%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 6949mg	302%
Total Carbohydrate 179.00g	65%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 145.70g	291%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213mg	16%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2373mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 34.8%