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Chicken Sweet Potato Curry

Chicken Sweet Potato Curry
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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Chicken Sweet Potato Curry, a delightful one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features juicy chicken and tender sweet potatoes simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices. As it cooks, your kitchen will be filled with mouthwatering scents reminiscent of your favorite takeout, but it’s much simpler to prepare at home! With nutritious ingredients like spinach and sweet potatoes, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Whether you’re serving up dinner for the family or hosting friends, this curry is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or avocado oil
  • 1 red or yellow onion, diced
  • 1 serrano pepper or jalapeño pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 2 – 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Indian red chili powder or regular chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala (optional)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
  • 3 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro plus more for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and chili pepper with salt; sauté until softened.
  2. Add chicken to the pan, cooking until lightly browned. Stir in garlic, ginger, curry powder, chili powder, cumin, turmeric, black pepper, and garam masala.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and add sweet potatoes along with coconut milk. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat and cover to simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; stir in spinach and cook until wilted (about 5 minutes).
  5. Serve hot over rice or with flatbread, garnished with fresh cilantro.

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