Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our One-Pan Coconut Curry Chicken and Rice, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. This creamy, aromatic meal features tender chicken simmered with fragrant spices and rich coconut milk, all cooked in one convenient pan. Not only is this recipe quick to prepare—taking under 30 minutes—but it is also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables. Enjoy a wholesome and satisfying dinner that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup white onion, diced finely
- 1 red chile pepper, diced (can sub 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes for this or a jalapeno)
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried basil)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced onion and red chile pepper for 2 minutes until softened. Add the diced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until fully cooked.
- Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking. Push the mixture to one side of the pan.
- On the empty side, add another tablespoon of olive oil, then sprinkle curry powder and coriander over it along with uncooked rice. Sauté for 30 seconds before adding chicken broth, coconut milk, and salt.
- Cover and reduce heat to low, simmering for 15–20 minutes until the rice is tender. Stir in minced ginger in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg