Description

Chef John’s Peanut Curry Chicken is a hearty, flavorful dish combining tender chicken thighs with a rich peanut curry sauce. This dish is packed with spices and vegetables, making it a perfect meal for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Scale

1 tablespoon kosher salt
plus more to taste
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ pounds skinless
boneless chicken thighs
cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion
chopped
6 cloves garlic
minced
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
3 ½ cups chicken broth
or to taste
¾ cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 pound zucchini
cut into chunks
1 medium red bell pepper
cut into chunks
1 medium green poblano pepper
diced
½ cup roasted peanuts
plus more for garnish
2 cups hot cooked rice
1 medium lime
cut into wedges
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
for garnish

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper to create the spice blend.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the spice blend and cook for an additional minute.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring to coat with the spices, and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth, then add the peanut butter, ketchup, and brown sugar. Mix well until combined.
Add the zucchini, red bell pepper, poblano pepper, and roasted peanuts. Stir to incorporate and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let simmer for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Serve over hot cooked rice, garnished with lime wedges and chopped cilantro, with extra roasted peanuts on top.

Notes

Adjust the spiciness by modifying the cayenne pepper to taste. This dish pairs excellently with jasmine or basmati rice.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 720 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 1,250 mg
Fat: 34 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 61 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 52 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg

Keywords: Peanut Curry Chicken, Chef John's Recipes, Curry Chicken, Peanut Butter Chicken