Filipino-Style Chicken Curry

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Filipino-Style Chicken Curry
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 29, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the ginger, cumin, turmeric, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, and chili powder and stir to combine.
  4. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine.
  5. Add the coconut milk and water and stir to combine.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot with steamed rice or naan.

Interesting Facts

  • The Filipino-style chicken curry is said to have originated in the Visayas region of the Philippines.
  • This dish is traditionally served with steamed rice or naan, but can also be served over mashed potatoes or noodles.
  • The spiciness of the curry can be adjusted by adding more or less of the chili powder.