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Almond Butter Chicken Curry

This easy, rich and creamy Almond Butter Chicken Curry takes just 30 minutes to make, served with toasted almonds and fluffy, herby basmati rice. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian-inspired
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Margie

Ingredients

  • 1 onion
  • 2 garlic cloves grated
  • 1 thumb sized piece of ginger
  • 1 tbsp coconut or sunflower oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp almond butter
  • 200 ml chicken stock
  • 100 ml coconut milk
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • basmati rice to serve
  • toasted flaked almonds to serve
  • fresh red chilli to serve
  • coriander to serve

Instructions

  • Finely dice the onion, and grate the ginger and the garlic.
  • Soften the onion in the coconut oil, then add the ginger, garlic and spices.
  • Slice the chicken into thin trips and add to the pan, followed by the chicken stock, coconut milk, lime juice and almond butter.
  • Stir and allow to simmer gently for around five minutes then season to taste.
  • Serve with fluffy basmati rice, and top with toasted flaked almonds, sliced fresh red chilli and some coriander.

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled and is great for meal prep.
Choose gluten-free chicken stock and almond butter if this is important to you.