Chicken Curry with Bell Peppers & Fluffy Rice
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Curry with Bell Peppers & Fluffy Rice, a dish that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and creamy coconut milk into a savory masterpiece. This easy-to-prepare recipe is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, skillfully balancing spices and creaminess to appeal to everyone’s palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
- Chicken breast chunks
- Red bell pepper
- Yellow bell pepper
- Onion slices
- Garlic and ginger paste
- Curry powder
- Coconut milk
- Olive oil
- Long-grain basmati rice
- Fresh cilantro
- Water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and slice the onion.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and ginger paste; cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken chunks; sear until browned (5-7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in curry powder, then add bell peppers and coconut milk; simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Rinse basmati rice under cold water; combine with water and salt in a pot, bring to boil, then cover and cook on low for 15 minutes.
- Fluff the rice before serving alongside the curry; garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg