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red lentil curry recipe made with chicken in coconut milk all cooked in a large enameled cast iron pan
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Chicken, Red Lentil Coconut Curry Recipe

Tender chicken, red lentils, and creamy coconut curry simmer together with simple spices to make this delicious chicken, red lentils, and coconut curry. This one-pot meal is perfect for a comforting dinner or weeknight family meal everyone will love.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 226kcal
Author: Sarah Alvord, Feeding Your Fam

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken sliced into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon tumeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 13.5 ounce coconut milk
  • 1 cup dried red lentils washed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Heat cast iron over medium high heat. Add in oil and swirl in the bottom of the pan. Cook the chicken and onions in the pan for about 3 minutes, until browned.
  • Add in the garlic and ginger and cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Add the curry, cumin, red pepper flakes, coriander, turmeric, salt and black pepper, and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the broth, diced tomatoes and coconut milk.
  • Add the rinsed red lentils and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce is thick and creamy. Finish with a big squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

  • Nutrition facts are just an estimate of the ingredients listed
  • Store any leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 3 days
  • Top with freshly chopped parsley for serving

Nutrition

Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 858mg | Potassium: 441mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 176IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 3mg
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: 30 Minute Meal, Cast Iron, Chicken Recipes, Comfort Food, Dinner
Keyword: Chicken, Red Lentils and Coconut Curry
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