Creamy Chicken Curry with Golden Mushrooms, Rice & Warm Naan
Creamy Chicken Curry with Golden Mushrooms, Rice & Warm Naan is an inviting and heartwarming dish that delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a luxurious coconut milk sauce, enriched with aromatic spices and complemented by golden mushrooms. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish promises to transport your taste buds to a world of culinary delight. Pair it with fluffy rice and warm naan for the ultimate dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon curry powder, adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.
- Stir in curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; toast spices for about 2 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet; cook until browned on all sides (about 5–7 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk; combine well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Serve hot over rice with warm naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg