Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chicken Sweet Potato Curry, a creamy and comforting dish that transports your taste buds straight to India. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken thighs and sweet potatoes simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this nutritious dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your spice preferences. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan for a complete dining experience that your family will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 onion
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Curry powder
- Cumin
- Turmeric
- Garam masala
- Fresh spinach
- Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or avocado oil
- 1 serrano pepper or jalapeño, finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 2–3 tablespoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Indian red chili powder or regular chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion and finely chopped pepper until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and spices; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, then add sweet potatoes and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and cover; simmer for 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; finish with lemon juice and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 86mg