Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut
Creamy Chicken with Potatoes and Coconut is a flavorful, comforting dish that brings a taste of the Caribbean to your dinner table. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich coconut milk sauce, infused with aromatic spices and paired with hearty potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm naan for an unforgettable dining experience that’s sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper or 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (for milder spice)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in curry powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onions, carrots, and bell pepper until softened.
- Add marinated chicken and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced potatoes and your spice choice (scotch bonnet or chili flakes).
- Pour in chicken stock and coconut milk; bring to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes until the chicken is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 384
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg