Creamy Chicken and Carrot Curry with Basmati Rice
A rich and fragrant curry with tender chicken pieces and sweet carrots in a creamy sauce, served over fluffy basmati rice for a flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •1 large onion, chopped
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1 teaspoon ground coriander
- •1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- •1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- •1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- •2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- •1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- •1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- •1/2 cup chicken broth
- •1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- •1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- •1.5 cups basmati rice
- •3 cups water
- •1/2 teaspoon salt (for rice)
Dietary Info
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice, 3 cups water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 2
While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
- 4
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Add the sliced carrots, diced tomatoes (undrained), coconut milk, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
- 5
Bring the curry to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender. Stir in the fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 6
Serve the creamy chicken and carrot curry hot over the fluffy basmati rice, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
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