Chicken Curry with Bell Peppers & Fluffy Rice
Chicken Curry with Bell Peppers & Fluffy Rice is a vibrant and aromatic dish that marries tender chicken with colorful bell peppers in a creamy coconut milk sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking. The fluffy basmati rice serves as the ideal accompaniment, soaking up the rich flavors of the curry, making this meal not only satisfying but also visually appealing. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or simply treating yourself, this delightful dish promises to impress with its comforting warmth and delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing, Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
- Chicken breast chunks
- Red bell pepper
- Yellow bell pepper
- Onion slices
- Garlic and ginger paste
- Curry powder
- Coconut milk
- Olive oil
- Fresh cilantro
- Long-grain basmati rice
- Water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping chicken into chunks and slicing bell peppers.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and sear until lightly browned.
- Stir in curry powder, then add bell peppers and pour in coconut milk. Simmer until chicken is tender.
- Meanwhile, cook basmati rice in a pot or rice cooker according to package instructions.
- Serve the curry over fluffy rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 482mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg