Description
Vadouvan Chicken Curry with Smoked Basmati Rice is a delightful fusion of Indian and French culinary traditions. This aromatic dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich vadouvan spice-infused sauce, served over fragrant smoked basmati rice. Packed with flavor and visually appealing, this recipe is perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights at home. Get ready to impress your guests with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons vadouvan spice blend
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup smoked basmati rice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and finely dice the onion and ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté the onion and ginger until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the vadouvan spice blend and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces, stirring to coat with spices; cook until they turn white on all sides (about 6 minutes).
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Cook the smoked basmati rice according to package instructions.
- Serve curry over rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian/French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg