Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure that combines the bold, aromatic spices of Indian cuisine with the sweet, juicy essence of ripe peaches! This unexpected flavor combination will transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary gastronomic experience that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Imagine tender chicken bathed in a creamy coconut sauce, punctuated by the surprise of soft, succulent peaches that add a perfect balance of sweetness and tang to every single bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups peaches, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 cup coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the peaches. Set them aside for easy access during cooking.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, taking care not to let it burn.
- Sprinkle the curry powder into the skillet, stirring to combine it with the onions and garlic. Cook for about 1 minute to toast the spices and enhance their flavors.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Add the chicken to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through.
- Once the chicken is browned, pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine everything in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the sliced peaches to the skillet, gently stirring them into the sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the peaches have softened.
- Check the seasoning of the dish, adding more salt and pepper if needed. If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer for a few more minutes uncovered.
- Once done, remove the skillet from heat. Let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Serve the curried chicken with peaches over a bed of rice or with naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Enjoy your meal!
Tips
- Choose ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor. Overly soft peaches will break down too quickly in the sauce.
- Toast your curry powder briefly before adding other ingredients to enhance its depth and complexity of flavor.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for quick and even cooking, but make sure not to overcook them to keep the meat tender and juicy.
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of fresh lime juice just before serving to brighten the entire dish.
- If you want a thicker sauce, you can mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with the coconut milk before adding it to the skillet.
- This dish pairs beautifully with basmati rice or warm naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
