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Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry

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A vibrant and comforting curry featuring tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful bell peppers in a rich coconut milk sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups rice
  • 18 oz coconut milk
  • 15 oz coconut cream
  • 4 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 15 oz pineapple chunks (in its own juice)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper
  • 2 chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water.
  2. Cook the rice according to package directions (typically 1.5 cups rice with 3 cups water, brought to a boil, then simmered covered for 15-18 minutes).
  3. While the rice cooks, cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  4. Dice both the red and yellow bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  6. In a large pan or pot over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, coconut cream, red curry paste, curry powder, ground ginger, and garlic powder.
  7. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and well-blended, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Simmer the curry base gently for another minute to help the spices bloom.
  9. Increase the heat to medium-high.
  10. Carefully add the cubed chicken to the curry sauce base.
  11. Stir well to coat all the chicken pieces.
  12. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  13. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the chicken is nearly cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  14. Add the pineapple chunks (with their juice), the diced red and yellow bell peppers, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes to the pan.
  15. Stir everything together.
  16. Return to a simmer.
  17. Cook for 5 more minutes until the peppers are just tender but still slightly crisp, and the chicken is fully cooked through.
  18. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork.
  19. Divide the rice among serving bowls.
  20. Ladle the chicken pineapple curry over the rice.
  21. Top each bowl generously with fresh cilantro.
  22. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Always start cooking your rice first so it’s ready when the curry is.
Patting the chicken dry helps it cook evenly and prevents a watery sauce.
Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
Fresh cilantro adds a wonderful brightness to the finished dish.

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