Description
This African Chicken Curry is a bold, comforting, one-pot dish with juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich coconut-tomato sauce spiced with curry, coriander, garlic, and ginger. It’s perfect for an easy dinner idea or a globally inspired meal that feeds a crowd. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, comforting food recipes, or a healthy gluten-free option, this recipe checks every box. Serve with rice, naan, or couscous and enjoy a vibrant, warming meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
2 pounds chicken thighs
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons tomato paste
14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth
13.5 ounces coconut milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and pepper, to taste
fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season 2 pounds of chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear them on both sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add 1 diced onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add 1 tablespoon curry powder and 2 teaspoons ground coriander. Stir for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add 14.5 ounces of diced tomatoes and 1 cup chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
6. Return the chicken to the pot and pour in 13.5 ounces of coconut milk. Stir, cover, and simmer on low for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is tender and sauce thickens.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with rice or flatbread.
Notes
This curry tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.
Use full-fat coconut milk for maximum creaminess.
Serve with fluffy white rice, couscous, or warm naan to soak up all the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: chicken curry, African curry, coconut chicken, one pot chicken