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Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry

Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry with a Tropical Twist

This Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry combines tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and a velvety coconut sauce for a delightful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups Mahatma Basmati Rice Rinsed until water runs clear
For the Curry Base
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Thai Kitchen brand recommended
  • 0.5 cups Coconut Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder S&B brand works well
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Chicken and Veggies
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can Pineapple Chunks Use chunks in juice
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Sliced
  • 1 cup Yellow Bell Pepper Sliced
For Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Cilantro Garnish

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse Mahatma Basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine with water and a pinch of salt. Boil, then simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  2. Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a large skillet, combine coconut milk, coconut cream, red curry paste, curry powder, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Stir the chicken cubes into the coconut mixture. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until chicken is tender.
  5. Add pineapple chunks, bell peppers, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff the cooked rice and serve with the curry, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe can be customized with other vegetables or proteins, like firm tofu, to suit dietary needs.

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