I mentioned last week just how much I am loving Vij’s At Home. This cookbook is spot-on and so easy to cook from.
One of my new favorite weeknight dishes is this {Paleo} Chicken Curry Recipe. It is essentially chicken, tomatoes and green beans with a simple yet complex-tasting blend of spices.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner (especially since most of the prep work can be done the night before or early in the morning) and makes enough to ensure lunch the next day.
I like to serve this aside cauliflower rice and a nice green salad.
NOTES:
- Vij calls for red onion but I have been using mostly sweet onions in my cooking since they are in season right now (Walla Walla Onions) and super cheap.
- You could substitute chicken breast but I recommend making sure it is boneless and skinless.
Slightly Adapted From: Chicken, Tomato & Green Bean Curry from Vij’s At Home
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Chicken, Tomato & Green Bean Curry
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Paleo Chicken, Tomato and Green Bean Curry. A delicious and satisfying meal in a bowl that is easy to make and free of junk ingredients!
Course: Mains
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Paleo Chicken, Tomato and Green Bean Curry
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 366 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ghee or coconut oil
- 1 large sweet onion chopped
- 5 to 6 medium cloves garlic chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Mexican chili powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 28- ounce can crushed tomatoes salt free
- 2 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1" strips
- 1/2 cup broth or water
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed and cut into 1" pieces
Instructions
PREP:
- If you have food processor use it to chop the onion. Set aside and separately chop the garlic. If not, chop by hand and make sure to keep them separate. Combine cumin, chili powder, salt, turmeric and cayenne pepper in a small dish.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/04-IMG_9667-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10224"]
- Slice the chicken thighs into 1" strips.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/05-IMG_9669-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10225"]
- Finally, wash and trim green beans then cut into 1" pieces.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/06-IMG_9670-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10226"][img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/07-IMG_9671-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10227"]
COOK:
- Heat a large soup pot over medium high heat. Once hot, add Ghee. Add chopped onion and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/08-IMG_9673-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10228"]
- Toss in garlic and cook an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/09-IMG_9674-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10229"]
- Next add in spices, cook about 45 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/10-IMG_9675-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10230"]
- Add crushed tomatoes, stir to combine and cook 4 to 5 minutes.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/11-IMG_9678-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10231"]
- Stir in chicken along with water (or broth) and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover, reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes.[img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/12-IMG_9679-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10232"][img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/13-IMG_9680-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10233"]
- Remove lid, make sure chicken is cooked through by testing a piece. If so, stir in green beans and cook uncovered for about 5 minutes. You want the green beans to be slightly crunchy and bright green. Serve and Enjoy![img src="http://www.everydaymaven.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/14-IMG_9687-533x400.jpg" alt="Paleo Chicken Curry from www.everydaymaven.com" width="533" height="400" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-10234"]
Nutrition Facts
Chicken, Tomato & Green Bean Curry
Amount Per Serving
Calories 366 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 192mg64%
Sodium 1557mg68%
Potassium 1163mg33%
Carbohydrates 21g7%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 41g82%
Vitamin A 1510IU30%
Vitamin C 24.5mg30%
Calcium 123mg12%
Iron 5.7mg32%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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I actually tried this tonight but used frozen green beans to cut down on time and then added a cup of low sodium chicken broth, a cup of water, and a cup of quinoa and let the quinoa cook and it was amazing! Such an awesome one pot dinner! Plan on trying a crock pot version soon!
Love that it was so yum with the changes!!
We ate at Vij on a visit to Vancouver. It was really spectacular. Thanks for sharing this recipe. I plan on making it tonight in my pressure cooker because I am obsessed at how quick and easy meals are in it. I think this will translate great to it.
Hi Gabriella! I just got a pressure cooker (Instant Pot) for Christmas and can’t wait to start experimenting with this. Hope you loved the recipe and Happy New Year!
I did this in my instant pot- 8 minutes high pressure, threw frozen green beans in right away instead of cooking chicken through fist.
It was terrific!
Sounds amazing Johanna!
I made this tonight and it was so good! I even got my wife to try it (she tends to be very picky) and she is now eating a second bowl! Seriously your recipes never cease to amaze me!
Love it! That is one of my husbands favorite curry dishes (right behind Yellow Curry Chicken). Thanks for taking the time to let me know Ron! 🙂
I’ve got this simmering on the stovetop in my dutch oven right now. It smells great.
Going to add the beans later, since they were leftover cooked from yesterday. Didi I already say it smells great!
That is one of my favorite curry dishes – enjoy it!
Can you substitute the spices for regular curry powder instead? Or will that compromise the taste?
I think it will change the flavor pretty considerably but if you try it, let me know how it turns out!
Alyssa,
What terrific flavors you’ve got going on in this dish. Even my kids will eat this.
Thanks!
Mmm, I love a spicy curry. As soon as it cools down here I’m going to make this one – sounds so good.
You have got to pick up Vij’s book – you will love it!
I love curry! This looks wonderful – love the inclusion of the green beans. Chicken thighs rather than breast for me please – better flavor for this sort of dish IMO.
Agreed! I have been on a curry kick like crazy so expect to see many more variations:)
Three cheers for curry! I’m totally going to make a veg version of this with tofu!
I should post a warning Joanne because this Fall / Winter is no doubt going to be the season of curry on here!
Looks so good. I’ve never used beans in a meat dish, can’t wait to try it out.
This is such an easy one too Ash and even better the next day (if you have leftovers ;)!
I see both chopped and crushed tomatos listed twice but I don’t see where the chopped tomatoes are used
Hi June! Thanks for catching that – it was a typo. I just updated and removed the chopped tomatoes. 🙂
Love that you are using chicken thigh meat, more flavorful than breast meat.
Agreed Norma!
That was very yummy, I added some cinnamon to the spices, but the serving was giant. I am going to divide it into 10 servings for 5 points each (I used a little less chicken)
Sounds good Megan – so glad you liked it! 🙂
I have this simmering on the stove now, although I can’t get green beans, so it will be peas. it smells divine!