Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut
Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut is a delightful dish that brings the tropical flavors of the Caribbean right to your kitchen. This one-pot recipe features tender, marinated chicken simmered in a rich coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices. With creamy coconut milk and hearty potatoes, every bite promises comfort and satisfaction. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also family-friendly, allowing you to adjust the spice levels according to your preference. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside warm naan for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chopped chicken thighs in curry powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, bell peppers, and carrots until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned (about 5 minutes). Stir in diced potatoes and scotch bonnet pepper or chili flakes.
- Pour in chicken stock and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Serve hot with white rice or naan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 423
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 113mg