Easy Chicken Coconut Curry

Published: 7/31/2026

A modern favorite in Nordic households. Lean chicken meets a creamy, mild coconut sauce in this fast, high- protein 40-minute meal.

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 2 lbs (900 g) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cans (13.5 oz / 400 ml each) coconut milk
• 1.5 tbsp (10 g) yellow curry powder
• 1 tbsp (10 g) fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot or deep skillet. Brown the chicken pieces over medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic, ginger, and curry powder. Stir for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
3. Pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Reduce heat and cook for 15–20 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is tender.
5. If using spinach or bell peppers, stir them in during the last few minutes of cooking.

Pro Tips

• Boost the Nutrition: Adding spinach or bell peppers boosts the micronutrients, making this a balanced, fitness-friendly one-pot meal.

See Also

• Chicken Tzatziki Meal Prep Bowl
• Easy Baked Chicken Meatballs (Healthy & Juicy)
• Tuna & Bean Mason Jar Salad

Categories: mains, healthy