Dutch Oven Chicken Curry: Easy and Delicious

Are you looking for a new recipe to try out? One that is easy and delicious?

Dutch oven chicken curry is a flavorful dish that’s easy to make. It can be cooked in your Dutch Oven on the stovetop or in your conventional oven. Gives you flexibility depending on your schedule and what works best for your kitchen setup. This dish has an amazing flavor, the ingredients are simple, and it’s relatively quick to make.

First things first though: What exactly is a Dutch oven chicken curry? Chicken curry features tender chunks of boneless skinless white chicken meat with onion, garlic, vegetables, and a curry mix, simmered until they’re deliciously tender and fragrant. The sauce coats everything perfectly and tastes delicious over rice, mash, or grains like quinoa, couscous, or even pasta.

You’ll love this dish because it’s:

• Easy to make
• Delicious
• Versatile (can be made on the stovetop or in the oven)
• Fussy and picky eaters will devour every mouthful

Why Do We Use Some of the Ingredients in This Recipe?

You might be wondering why some of these ingredients are in this recipe. Let’s look at them more closely and see what they do for your dish!

Olive Oil

The fat-soluble flavor of olive oil is perfect for the spices used in chicken curry, not only adding tons of delicious flavors but also giving your dish an extra hit of healthy omega-3s and antioxidants!

Keep the sauce from drying out and can help create a slightly richer flavor in your dish as well. Try adding an extra spoon to this to get that perfect, mouth-watering taste!

I love cooking with olive oil because of how well the flavor infuses into whatever I’m making, but you can use any type of vegetable or nut oil as an alternative if that is what your family prefers.

Curry Powder

Curry is a popular spice that can be found in many different dishes. Some of the most common places you’ll find it are Indian food, Mexican Cuisine, and Thai recipes.

Curry powder has been around for centuries due to its unique flavor profile and ability to add depth to any dish when used correctly.

Curry comes from India originally but now there are countless variations all over the world as people mix their spices or new cooks create original versions on top of traditional ones (such as curry fried rice).

It’s important not to use too much at first because some varieties have more heat than others so if you don’t want your mouth on fire then start slow!

Tomato Paste

I like using tomato paste in my chicken curry. It just gives it a little something extra that you can’t put your finger on, but is so good!

Diced Tomatoes

A delicious and easy way to add tomato flavor to your chicken curry is by adding a can of diced tomatoes.

The tinned chopped tomatoes in this recipe are sure not only to help create the perfect balance between sweet and sour but also to lend an instant burst of color that will make any dish come alive!

Unsweetened Coconut Milk

One of the secrets to a great chicken curry is unsweetened canned coconut milk. It can be expensive at some stores but it’s worth stocking up on if you like this dish and want something healthier than cream or yogurt, with less fat too!

One way to make your special recipe for chicken curries is by adding an ingredient that will provide extra flavor without any added sugar. Unsweetened canned coconut milk works well because unlike dairy products there are no lactose concerns and it has other health benefits such as being rich in antioxidants.

Searing Diced Chicken

The searing process is used to seal the outside of the chicken. This keeps it moist and juicy so that when cooked, it will melt in the mouth!

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How to Make Dutch Oven Chicken Curry

I used my 10-inch cast-iron Dutch oven for this recipe. Preparation time is 15 minutes and cooking time comes in at around 45 minutes.

This recipe is quick and easy enough to make as a weeknight meal or when you are short on time.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large white onion
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1/2 to 1 cup of fresh, canned, or frozen baby peas
• 1/4 tsp of kosher salt, extra to taste
• 2 tsp curry powder – (I use)
• 1 (14 oz.) can of unsweetened coconut milk (I use)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 (15 oz.) can of diced tomatoes
• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 cups packed fresh baby spinach (optional)

Directions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a Dutch oven over low to medium heat. Add the diced chicken and keep turning the poultry until sealed on all sides.

Take the pot off heat (using mitts – that pot will be hot) and remove the chicken, and put your Dutch oven back over the heat.

Add the other tablespoon of olive oil then add onion, diced carrots, and salt, cook till translucent for 2 to 3 minutes, and stir to stop sticking and burning. Add curry powder while continually stirring for 1 minute.

Add coconut milk, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stirring and scraping the bottom of the oven to bring any of the caramelized yumminess into the dish. It takes about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Add the sealed chicken and peas, stir, bring the Dutch oven to a simmer, place the lid on, and cook for 30 minutes – stirring halfway through.

After 30 minutes stir and add spinach leaves stir and cook until wilted.

Chicken Curry Serving Suggestions

This delicious sauce tastes great whatever your mood rice, potato or sweet potato mash, or grains like quinoa, couscous, or even pasta.

Thickening Curries and Other Recipes

This curry after simmering for me is thick enough. Some like their curries, sauces, stews, casseroles, desserts, and even soups thicker.

Check out this article, I have come up with 15 ways to thicken dishes easily. Enjoy!

If you like this curry you need to check out my Dutch oven curried sausages recipe this is the ultimate comfort food recipe. Not into curry try Dutch oven chicken supreme or this delicious family favorite Dutch Oven Baked Chicken and Rice.

To Finish – Dutch Oven Chicken Curry

This recipe will end up being a go-to easy meal to suit any occasion. What’s more, you already have most of the ingredients in your kitchen – get some fresh chicken and you are good to go.

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