{"id":5475,"date":"2026-04-20T16:34:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T15:34:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/?p=5475"},"modified":"2026-04-20T16:34:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T15:34:59","slug":"quick-chicken-curry-easy-coconut-recipe-for-weeknights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartkitchen30.com\/it\/dinner\/quick-chicken-curry-easy-coconut-recipe-for-weeknights\/","title":{"rendered":"Quick Chicken Curry: Easy Coconut Recipe for Weeknights"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Quick &amp; Easy Coconut Chicken Curry<\/h1>\n<p>Designed for busy evenings, this recipe uses minimal active time to bring a comforting and aromatic curry to your table. This coconut chicken curry demonstrates that you don&#8217;t need a long list of exotic spices for a flavourful dish. With just a few basic ingredients and clever preparation, you&#8217;ll have a complete and satisfying meal from start to finish in around 30 minutes, perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick Overview<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Preparation Time: 10 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Cooking Time: 20 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty: Easy<\/li>\n<li>Serves: 2-3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>10.6 oz (300g) chicken breast, cubed into 0.8-1.2 inch (2-3cm) pieces<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>1 small onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n<li>0.4 inch (1cm) fresh ginger, grated (or \u00bd tsp ground ginger)<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp medium curry powder<\/li>\n<li>13.5 fl oz (400ml) full-fat tinned coconut milk<\/li>\n<li>7.1 oz (200g) tinned chopped tomatoes (or passata)<\/li>\n<li>Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh coriander, chopped, to garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Method<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.<\/li>\n<li>In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed, then stir in the chopped onion. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.<\/li>\n<li>Add the minced garlic and grated (or ground) ginger to the pan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in the curry powder and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring to lightly toast the spices. This step enhances the curry&#8217;s flavour.<\/li>\n<li>Pour the coconut milk and chopped tomatoes into the pan. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and let it bubble for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/li>\n<li>Return the browned chicken to the sauce. Continue to cook over a low heat for another 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n<li>Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped coriander, if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Serving &amp; Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p>This curry is best served hot with basmati or jasmine rice. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. To reheat, use a frying pan over a medium-low heat or a microwave, adding a splash of water or coconut milk if the sauce becomes too thick.<\/p>\n<h2>Nutrition<\/h2>\n<p>Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.<\/p>\n<h2>One Last Thing<\/h2>\n<p>Incorporating dishes like this into your routine is an effective way to enjoy rich flavours without sacrificing precious time. This recipe provides a simple framework for quick, delicious meals that can be easily replicated and adapted to suit your tastes, simplifying your culinary journey with SmartKitchen30.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bring a taste of the tropics to your table with this delightfully simple coconut chicken curry. It&#8217;s so quick to prepare, you&#8217;ll wonder why you ever ordered a takeaway.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5356,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pmpro_default_level":"","_cloudinary_featured_overwrite":false,"ingredients_html_en_gb":"<div style=\"background:#f9f7f2;padding:25px;border-radius:10px;border:1px solid #e8e4db;font-family:sans-serif\">\n    <h3 style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:20px\">Shop ingredients<\/h3>\n    <div style=\"background:#fff;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;border:1px solid #eee\">\n      <div style=\"text-align:center;margin-bottom:15px;border-bottom:1px dashed #ccc;padding-bottom:10px\">\n        <strong style=\"color:#ee1c2e;margin-bottom:10px\">TESCO<\/strong>\n        <div style=\"margin-bottom:8px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tesco.com\/groceries\/en-GB\/search?query=chicken%20breast\" target=\"_blank\" 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