Pineapple and Coconut Chicken Curry (Curry de Pollo con Piña y Coco)

Curry de Pollo con Piña y Coco, or Pineapple and Coconut Chicken Curry, is a popular dish in Costa Rican cuisine. This flavorful and aromatic curry is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, with a hint of tropical goodness from the pineapple and coconut.

Pineapple and Coconut Chicken Curry (Curry de Pollo con Piña y Coco)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
  2. Add the chicken cubes to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, coating the chicken evenly with the spices.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the red bell pepper and pineapple chunks to the pot, and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, remove the pot from the heat.
  7. Serve the Pineapple and Coconut Chicken Curry over cooked white rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Saucepan Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for a burst of freshness.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less curry powder to suit your taste preferences.

Cost

$20