Description
Chicken Sweet Potato Curry is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of Indian spices to your kitchen. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and creamy coconut milk for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. With its rich flavor and nutritious ingredients, this curry rivals your favorite takeout while being easy to prepare at home. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s customizable for spice levels and serving options, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 serrano pepper, finely diced
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 2–3 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 3 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and serrano pepper; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, curry powder, and other spices; cook for about a minute.
- Mix in crushed tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in spinach; cover and cook an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper; serve hot over rice or with flatbread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg