Japanese Chicken Curry
A classic Japanese dish made with chicken, curry paste, and vegetables.
Ingredients
- β1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- β2 tablespoons Japanese curry pastemake sure to stir constantly while cooking
- β1 can light coconut milk14.5 ounces
- β2 tablespoons umami-rich soy sauceadjust to taste
- β1 teaspoon thai red chili flakesoptional, for extra heat
- βchopped fresh cilantrofor garnish
- β1 tablespoon light brown sugaroptional, for balancing flavors
- βto taste salt
- βto taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the Japanese curry paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, chili flakes (if using), and brown sugar (if using) to the skillet.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet and cook until heated through.
- 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve over rice or noodles.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!