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Spiced Tomato Mushroom Chicken Curry

A quick and easy chicken curry featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button mushrooms work great)
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes choose spicy if feeling feisty
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced don't skip this
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or olive oil)
  • ½ cup coconut milk for an extra creamy finish
  • to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once it’s hot, toss in the diced onion. Cook for about 5 minutes until it’s softened and translucent.
  2. Add the garlic and ginger—let the enticing aroma waft through your kitchen.
Add the Spices
  1. Sprinkle in the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and salt. Cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned all over, about 6-8 minutes.
Add Mushrooms
  1. Toss in the sliced mushrooms and stir. Let them cook together with the chicken for about 3-5 minutes.
Add Tomatoes
  1. Pour in the diced tomatoes and bring everything to a gentle simmer. Let this mixture simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
Creamy Finish
  1. Stir in the coconut milk, adjust seasoning as needed, and simmer for another few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Garnish & Serve
  1. Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and serve over steaming rice or with warm naan.

Notes

Chop your veggies and chicken ahead of time for quicker cooking on busy nights. Feel free to add other veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. If you have picky eaters, skip the mushrooms or blend them into the sauce.