Name: Coconut Lime Chicken Curry
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Indian

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April 29, 2025

Coconut milk, fresh lime, and curry powder give this quick stew, made with boneless chicken thighs, a decidedly Caribbean flavor. Feel free to sub in other favorite vegetables for the snap peas and bell pepper strips, and add a side of rice to go with the generous sauce. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Tina Ujlaki.

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Coconut Lime Chicken Curry

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Ingredients

WarningWheat and 2 other allergens identified

Instructions

Trim all fat from the chicken thighs. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Toss with the curry powder, and season with the salt and pepper.

Mince the garlic and ginger. Cut the red pepper into small, short strips. Halve the scallions lengthwise and cut into 1-inch lengths. Finely zest the lime, removing only the dark green outer skin. Reserve the remaining lime.

Heat the oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the chicken, bell pepper, and scallions and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until chicken is white and vegetables are starting to soften, 3-5 minutes.

Stir in the coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime zest, and the juice of the reserved lime. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced slightly and chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.

Stir in the sugar snap peas and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with more salt and pepper.

Chop the cilantro. Spoon the curry into serving bowls, top with cilantro, and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Curry Powder Toast 🌶️
Lightly toast the curry powder in the oil before adding other ingredients to release its full aromatic potential and deepen the flavor profile.
Coconut Milk Separation Secret 🥥
Always shake the coconut milk can thoroughly and stir well before adding to prevent separation and ensure a smooth, creamy sauce.
Chicken Thigh Slicing Technique 🔪
Cut chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent tenderness throughout the curry.
Lime Zest Boost 🍋
Add fresh lime zest at the end of cooking to brighten the entire dish and enhance the citrus notes beyond just the juice.
Vegetable Layering Trick 🥬
Add sugar snap peas and bell peppers in the last 3-4 minutes of cooking to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant color.