Description

Chef John’s Peanut Curry Chicken is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich peanut curry sauce, combined with fresh vegetables and served over rice.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon kosher salt
plus more to taste
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ pounds skinless
boneless chicken thighs
cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion
chopped
6 cloves garlic
minced
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
3 ½ cups chicken broth
or to taste
¾ cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 pound zucchini
cut into chunks
1 medium red bell pepper
cut into chunks
1 medium green poblano pepper
diced
½ cup roasted peanuts
plus more for garnish
2 cups hot cooked rice
1 medium lime
cut into wedges
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
for garnish

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper to create the spice blend.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces and the spice blend; cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the peanut butter, ketchup, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the zucchini, red bell pepper, and poblano pepper, stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Serve over hot cooked rice, garnished with roasted peanuts, lime wedges, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper. This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 720 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 1,250 mg
Fat: 34 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 61 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 52 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg

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