Description
Coconut Chicken & Chickpea Curry with Garlic Naan is a delightful dish that balances the creamy richness of coconut milk with the hearty texture of chickpeas. This easy-to-make curry is perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings, promising a comforting yet exotic flavor profile that everyone will love. The aromatic spices combined with tender chicken create a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with warm garlic naan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Add curry powder, cumin, and turmeric; mix well to coat ingredients.
- Add chicken pieces; cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Incorporate drained chickpeas; stir to combine.
- Pour in enough water or broth to cover everything; simmer gently for about 20 minutes.
- Serve hot with garlic naan for an enjoyable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, use fresh herbs like cilantro or mint as garnishes. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of curry powder used. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for added nutrition.