Curried Coconut Chicken Recipe

Name: Curried Coconut Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 (16-ounce) package fresh stir-fry vegetables, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup hot water; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules; 1 cup light or fat free sour cream; 1/4 teaspoon coconut flavoring; Wild rice pilaf, if desired; Baked potatoes, if desired; Toasted coconut, if desired

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (16-ounce) package fresh stir-fry vegetables, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup hot water
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 cup light or fat free sour cream
1/4 teaspoon coconut flavoring
Wild rice pilaf, if desired
Baked potatoes, if desired
Toasted coconut, if desired

1
Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet; add chicken pieces.
2
Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
3
Stir in vegetables.
4
Continue cooking, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
5
Combine hot water, curry powder and bouillon granules in bowl; mix well.
6
Stir into chicken mixture.
7
Reduce heat to medium.
8
Cook, stirring occasionally, 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
9
Stir in sour cream and coconut flavoring.
10
Continue cooking, stirring constantly, 1 minute or until heated through.
11
Serve over wild rice pilaf or baked potatoes, if desired.
12
Garnish with toasted coconut, if desired.

338

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 (16-ounce) package fresh stir-fry vegetables, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1/2 cup hot water, and more.

Yes, Curried Coconut Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Curried Coconut Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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