Description
Golden Curry Chicken is a rich, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, spiced curry sauce. This dish gets its signature golden hue from a blend of turmeric and curry powder, resulting in a warm, aromatic meal perfect for cozy dinners. Serve it over steamed rice or with naan for a complete, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-inch piece ginger (grated)
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk (or heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water, for thickening)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add Vegetables & Spices: Stir in the potatoes and carrots. Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
- Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add Coconut Milk & Thicken: Stir in the coconut milk and let it simmer for another 5 minutes. Mix cornstarch with water, then add it to the curry to thicken the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve & Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with steamed rice or naan.
Notes
- Spiciness: Adjust the chili powder for more or less heat.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a meatless version.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing & Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian-Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: ~450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 30g
Keywords: Golden Curry Chicken