Chicken Curry

✅ Ingredients:

Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 kg (2 lbs) chicken (bone-in, skin-on for the best flavor)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon turmeric (for deeper flavor & color, optional)
• 2 tablespoons oil

For the Curry Sauce:

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, sliced into thin strips
• 1 tablespoon curry powder (Filipino-style or Madras curry for stronger flavor)
• 1 teaspoon paprika (for depth and color)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken broth (or water with ½ chicken bouillon cube)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (adds umami)
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar (balances flavors)

Vegetables:

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
• 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small green bell pepper, sliced

For Garnish:

• 1 tablespoon chopped spring onions or cilantro
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions:

1. Sear the Chicken for Extra Flavor

1. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and turmeric (if using).
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics

1. In the same pan, add more oil if needed.
2. Sauté onions for 2 minutes until soft.
3. Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in curry powder and paprika, cooking for 30 seconds to release their flavors.

3. Simmer the Curry

1. Return the chicken to the pan and stir to coat in spices.
2. Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
3. Let it simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Cook the Vegetables

1. Add potatoes and carrots, cooking for 10 minutes until tender.
2. Toss in bell peppers and cook for 3 more minutes to keep them slightly crisp.

5. Serve & Enjoy

• Garnish with spring onions or cilantro and chili flakes (if using).
• Serve hot with steamed white rice!

Tips for the Best Chicken Curry:

✔ Sear the chicken first – It locks in flavor and gives a richer taste.
✔ Toast the curry powder – This intensifies the spice blend.
✔ Use coconut milk for creaminess – Don’t let it boil too hard to prevent curdling.
✔ Add bell peppers last – This keeps them slightly crisp and vibrant.
✔ Want it spicier? Add fresh chilies or a dash of cayenne pepper.