Chicken Sweet Potato Curry Recipe That’s Creamy, Comforting, and Perfect for Cozy Nights
This Chicken Sweet Potato Curry is a creamy, comforting one-pot dish made with coconut milk, tender chicken, and sweet potatoes simmered in warming spices. Perfect for cozy nights and meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
1 tablespoon oil
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
½ cup chicken broth
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1–2 teaspoons lime or lemon juice
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot. Sear chicken until browned, 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and ginger. Cook 1 minute.
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Stir in curry powder, garam masala, and tomato paste. Cook 30 seconds.
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Add sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
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Return chicken to the pan. Cover and cook 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning. Garnish with cilantro.
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Serve over rice or with naan.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk for richer texture.
Swap chicken with chickpeas for a vegan version.
Add extra veggies like spinach or peas near the end.