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Potato Chicken Curry – finished dish

Potato Chicken Curry Recipe

55 minsEasy4 servingsIndian

A hearty one-pot curry where potatoes soak up a spiced coconut-tomato sauce alongside tender chicken thighs.

Prep 15 mins · Cook 40 mins · Total 55 mins

Ingredients

  • Chicken thighs – 700 g
  • Potatoes – 3 medium
  • Onion – 1
  • Garlic – 3 cloves
  • Ginger – 1 thumb
  • Curry powder – 2 tbsp
  • Chopped tomatoes – 1 can
  • Coconut milk – 200 ml
  • Vegetable oil – 2 tbsp
  • Fresh coriander – to garnish
  • Salt – to taste

Equipment: Heavy pot

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cooking mode · Step 1 of 425%

Brown the chicken

Brown chicken pieces in oil; set aside.

  1. Brown the chicken

    Brown chicken pieces in oil; set aside.

  2. Build flavour

    Fry onion until soft, then garlic, ginger and curry powder for 1 minute.

  3. Simmer

    Add tomatoes, cubed potatoes, chicken and 1 cup water. Cover and simmer 25 minutes.

  4. Finish

    Stir in coconut milk and simmer 5 minutes. Garnish with coriander and serve with rice.

Cooking Tips

  • Cut potatoes the same size so they cook evenly.

Substitutions

  • Sweet potato makes a slightly sweeter curry.

Serving suggestions

Serve with rice or flatbread.

Storage

Keeps 3 days in the fridge; potatoes can soften when frozen.

Frequently asked questions

Which potatoes are best?

Waxy potatoes hold their shape; floury ones thicken the sauce.

Can I make it without coconut milk?

Yes — use extra tomatoes and a spoon of yoghurt at the end.

Published by the AliRecipes team. Recipe drafting is AI-assisted, then checked for sensible quantities and steps before publishing. Always check allergens and cook meat to safe temperatures.

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