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Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry

Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry: A Tropical Comfort Dish

This Creamy Chicken Pineapple Curry is a delightful escape with tender chicken, a creamy coconut sauce, and sweet pineapple. Perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai, Tropical
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1.5 cups Basmati rice Essential for serving.
  • 1 can Coconut milk Preferably Thai Kitchen.
  • 1 can Coconut cream Helps thicken the curry.
  • 2 tablespoons Red curry paste Adds spice; use cautiously.
  • 1 tablespoon Curry powder S&B brand recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Fresh ginger can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic is an option.
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks Use in juice, not syrup.
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Can substitute with other sweet peppers.
  • 1 medium Yellow bell pepper Adds a milder sweetness.
  • 1 pound Chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar Balances acidity and heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 1.5 cups of basmati rice under cold water until clear. Combine with 3 cups of water in a saucepan, add a pinch of salt, and boil. Reduce and cover, simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  2. Cut 1 pound of chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a large pot, combine 1 can of coconut milk and 1 can of coconut cream. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of red curry paste, 1 tablespoon of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Add the cubed chicken to the curry base. Stir to coat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of pineapple chunks, 1 chopped red bell pepper, 1 chopped yellow bell pepper, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice and spoon it onto plates. Ladle the curry over the rice and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This curry is meal prep-friendly; prepare in advance and reheat for a quick dinner.

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