Coconut Chicken Curry With Rice

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup white onion, finely diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red chile pepper, diced
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into 1-inch pieces
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil leaves

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and peppers and sauté for a couple of minutes. Add the chicken and sauté for 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Add more oil if needed while cooking.
2. Add the garlic and sauté for the last minute of cooking. Push mixture to the side of the pan.
3. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, Add the curry powder, coriander, and rice. Sauté for 30 seconds. Quickly add the chicken broth, coconut milk, and salt.
4. Simmer covered over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in the ginger for the last couple minutes.
5. When rice is tender, stir in basil and serve.

Servings: 6