Spicy Chicken Coconut Curry

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While the flavors of curry are often complex, its preparation doesn't have to be. Here's a chicken curry that's simple enough to put together on a weeknight, and many of the ingredients may already be in the pantry. Do give it a try, and feel free to cut back on the heat by using fewer jalapeños. Click here to see 15 Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes. Click here to see 8 Quick and Spicy Chicken Recipes Click here to see 101 Ways to Cook Chicken

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
2 onions, diced
2 jalapeños, minced
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoon cilantro, minced
2 tablespoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
2 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup coconut milk
greek yogurt, for serving
pita bread, warmed, for serving

Directions

In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown. Stir in the onions and cook until lightly browned.
Stir in the jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds. Add the turmeric, cumin, cayenne, and coriander. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and add the coconut milk. Cook until the liquid has thickened. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt and pita bread.