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Chicken and Chickpea Curry
A fragrant and creamy chicken and chickpea curry that’s both comforting and quick to prepare. Serve over basmati rice for a complete, protein-rich Indian-inspired meal.
Prep 15 min
Cook 30 min
Total 45 min
Serves 5
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Curry
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For Serving
- Cooked basmati rice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Naan bread (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Sauté Aromatics
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 2
Toast Spices
Stir in the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until spices are fragrant.
- 3
Add Chicken and Liquids
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 4
Simmer and Add Chickpeas
Bring the curry to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Stir in the rinsed chickpeas and cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- 5
Wilt Spinach and Serve
Stir in the chopped spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the curry hot over cooked basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy with naan bread if desired.
Nutrition per serving: 560 cal · 40g protein · 40g carbs · 30g fat · 9g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
