Description
Discover the vibrant and aromatic Mango Chicken Curry, a tropical twist on classic comfort food. This easy-to-make dish combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with flavorful spices and creamy coconut milk, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this Mango Chicken Curry is a delicious, nutritious, and visually stunning meal that brings a taste of the tropics to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and pureed (or 1 cup store-bought mango puree)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by chopping your chicken into uniform pieces and peeling ripe mangoes. Puree the mango or cut into small cubes if preferred.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides and nearly cooked through.
- Stir in curry powder, turmeric, and cumin seeds. Pour in the coconut milk and mango puree, stirring to combine.
- Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve hot over steamed rice, quinoa, or your favorite grains.
Notes
- For a quicker prep, use pre-made mango puree or frozen mango chunks.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less curry powder or chili flakes.
- This dish stores well in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg