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Filipino Style Chicken Curry with coconut milk

Filipino Style Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk: A Creamy Delight

A creamy Filipino Style Chicken Curry with coconut milk that combines rich flavors and is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Ideal for sautéing; can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium Potato Cut into wedges; can substitute with sweet potato
  • 1 medium Carrot Cut into wedges; can substitute with parsnips
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, use fresh
  • 1 small Onion Chopped yellow or white onion
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs or drumsticks preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce or salt
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Powder Optional; can substitute with smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Or 400 mL
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Cut into squares; any color can be used
  • 1 medium Fresh Chili Pepper Or dried chili flakes to taste

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add potato and carrot wedges, cooking for about 5–7 minutes. Remove and keep warm.
  2. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and sauté minced garlic and chopped onion for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add chicken pieces, searing each side for about 1 minute until lightly browned.
  4. Sprinkle fish sauce, curry powder, paprika, and black pepper over chicken. Stir to coat and cover, simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, stir gently, and bring to a gentle simmer for 8–10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in cooked potatoes, carrots, green bell pepper, and fresh chili pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
  7. Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the curry to rest after cooking enhances flavors. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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