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Chicken Sweet Potato Curry

Chicken Sweet Potato Curry
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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Chicken Sweet Potato Curry—a delightful dish that transforms weeknight dinners into something special. This one-pot meal combines tender chicken with sweet potatoes and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for busy evenings, while its rich taste is sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy customizing this versatile recipe to suit your preferences, whether by adding more veggies or swapping proteins. Let the enticing aromas fill your kitchen as you prepare this nutritious and satisfying curry!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or avocado oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 serrano or jalapeño pepper, diced
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
  • 2–3 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, diced
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (13.5 oz)
  • 3 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and chili pepper along with salt; sauté until softened.
  2. Add chicken pieces in an even layer and cook until slightly browned.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, curry powder, chili powder, cumin, turmeric, black pepper, and garam masala (if using) until fragrant.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and add sweet potatoes and coconut milk; stir well. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce to simmer.
  5. After about 15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork-tender, stir in chopped spinach until wilted.
  6. Finish with lemon juice and serve hot.

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