Description
Coconut Chicken & Chickpea Curry with Garlic Naan is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings comfort to your dinner table. This creamy dish features tender chicken and hearty chickpeas enveloped in a rich coconut sauce, making it an ideal choice for family meals or cozy gatherings. Paired perfectly with warm, aromatic garlic naan, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that appeals to both adults and children alike. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome meal that’s packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Chop the onion, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt coconut oil. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in curry powder, cumin, and turmeric; mix well before adding chickpeas.
- Pour in coconut milk (not listed but recommended), bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with warmed garlic naan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 115mg