Vegetarian Chicken Coconut Curry

Dive into a bowl of indulgent, plant-powered comfort with this Vegetarian Chicken Coconut Curry! This vibrant dish combines tender vegetarian chicken pieces with a rich, creamy coconut milk base and a symphony of warm spices like curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and a hint of cayenne for just the right kick. Sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger create a fragrant foundation, while diced tomatoes and vegetable broth add a savory depth. Finished with a splash of lime juice and garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish is perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor. Serve it over a fluffy bed of basmati rice for a hearty, satisfying meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal recipe for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing your guests with a wholesome vegan twist on classic chicken coconut curry!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 350 grams Vegetarian chicken pieces
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 400 milliliters Coconut milk
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 cups Cooked basmati rice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Stir continually for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the vegetarian chicken pieces to the pan and stir to coat with the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Add the salt and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Stir in the lime juice, adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Serve the curry hot over a bed of cooked basmati rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1871.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1828.6

Total Fat 50.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8478.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 48.8g
Protein 91.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442.1mg	0%
Iron 28.1mg	0%
Potassium 2255.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 54.9%