Best 10 Spicy Chicken Curry Recipes

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Craving a hot and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our Spicy Chicken Curry, a delectable fusion of aromatic spices, tender chicken, and a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is a true culinary journey, combining the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine with the convenience of a modern kitchen.

Our recipe collection features various takes on this classic dish, catering to diverse preferences and skill levels. From the traditional "Classic Spicy Chicken Curry" with its bold blend of spices to the innovative "Healthy Spinach and Chicken Curry" that packs a nutritious punch, there's something for every palate.

For those seeking a quick and easy option, our "Easy Weeknight Chicken Curry" is a lifesaver. With minimal prep time and the use of pre-made curry paste, this recipe delivers big on flavor without sacrificing convenience.

For those with a taste for adventure, the "Thai-Inspired Chicken Curry" incorporates the vibrant flavors of lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk, creating a dish that is both exotic and comforting.

If you're looking for a vegetarian alternative, our "Vegetable Curry with Coconut Milk" is a delightful symphony of colorful vegetables simmered in a creamy coconut-based sauce.

No matter your culinary skills or preferences, our collection of Spicy Chicken Curry recipes is sure to satisfy your cravings for a hot and flavorful meal. Get ready to embark on a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY CHICKEN CURRY MEATBALLS



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A tasty take on chicken tikka masala. Serve over warm rice or with naan! Don't let the number of spices scare you off, the flavor of this dish is complex and satisfying.

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 31

1 serving cooking spray
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon curry powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ cups diced onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) jar tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup water
3 tablespoons salted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • Mix ground chicken, bread crumbs, olive oil, onion, ginger paste, garlic, curry powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Roll mixture into thirty 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, garlic, and ginger paste; saute until onions become soft, about 5 minutes. Add sugar, garam masala, cumin, ginger, curry powder, cinnamon, chicken bouillon, paprika, cayenne, turmeric, onion powder, and salt; stir to combine. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and water. Cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Add butter and stir to melt.
  • Cook sauce over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir cooked meatballs into the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 1029 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

SPICY CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

3 tablespoons Ghee, recipe follows
2 medium onions, chopped
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Curry Powder, recipe follows
1 cinnamon stick
1 to 3 dried red chiles
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups chicken stock
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 lemon, juiced
Mint leaves, for garnish
1 pound unsalted butter
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon cardamom seeds
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
2 dried red chiles, broken in pieces, seeds discarded
2 tablespoons turmeric

Steps:

  • Heat the Ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and cook slowly until the onions are very soft, about 15 minutes. Add the tomato paste, Curry Powder, cinnamon stick, and chiles and give it a good stir; season with salt and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock and bring it back to a simmer; cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Add the tomatoes, chicken, cilantro, and half the lemon juice; continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and mint leaves.
  • Put the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Melt the butter slowly and make sure it does not sizzle or brown. Increase the heat and bring the butter to a boil. When the surface is covered with foam, stir gently and reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting. Gently simmer, uncovered, and undisturbed for 45 minutes, until the milk solids in the bottom of the pan have turned golden brown and the butter on top is transparent. Strain the ghee through a sieve lined with several layers of cheesecloth. The ghee should be perfectly clear and smell nutty; pour into a glass jar and seal tightly.
  • Toast the coriander, cumin, cardamom, peppercorns, fennel, mustard, cloves, and the chiles in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat just until they smell fragrant, about 2 minutes. In a clean coffee grinder or spice mill, grind the toasted spices together to a fine powder. Add the turmeric and give it another quick buzz to combine. Use the curry powder immediately, or store in a sealed jar for up to 1 month.

SPICY CURRY NOODLE SOUP WITH CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO



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Spicy Curry Noodle Soup with Chicken and Sweet Potato

Provided by Mai Pham

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     High Fiber     Curry     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Noodle     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons minced lemongrass* (from bottom 4 inches of about 3 stalks, tough outer leaves discarded)
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons Thai yellow curry paste*
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)*
2 13.5- to 14-ounce cans unsweetened coconut milk,* divided
5 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)*
2 teaspoons sugar
3 cups snow peas, trimmed
2 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled red-skinned sweet potato (yam; from about 1 large)
1 pound dried rice vermicelli noodles or rice stick noodles*
3/4 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 red Thai bird chiles or 2 red jalapeño chiles, thinly sliced with seeds
1 lime, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add next 4 ingredients; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in curry paste, curry powder, and chili paste. Add 1/2 cup coconut milk (scooped from thick liquid at top of can). Stir until thick and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add remaining coconut milk, broth, fish sauce, and sugar; bring broth to boil. Keep warm. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate until cold, then cover and keep chilled.
  • Cook snow peas in large pot of boiling salted water until bright green, about 20 seconds. Using strainer, remove peas from pot; rinse under cold water to cool. Place peas in medium bowl. Bring water in same pot back to boil. Add sweet potato and cook until tender, about 7 minutes. Using strainer, remove sweet potato from pot and rinse under cold water to cool. Place in small bowl. Bring water in same pot back to boil and cook noodles until just tender but still firm to bite, about 6 minutes. Drain; rinse under cold water to cool. Transfer to microwave-safe bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 hour ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Bring broth to simmer. Add chicken; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Add sweet potato; stir to heat through, about 1 minute. Heat noodles in microwave in 30-second intervals to rewarm. Cut noodles with scissors if too long. Divide noodles among bowls. Divide snow peas and hot soup among bowls. Scatter red onion, green onions, cilantro, and chiles over soup. Garnish with lime wedges and serve.
  • *Available at some supermarkets, at specialty foods stores and Asian markets, and online from adrianascaravan.com.

VERY SPICY THAI GREEN CHICKEN CURRY



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This is an EXTREMELY hot Thai curry with homemade curry paste. All you people out there who're thinking 'hot? Yeah right, try it! Serve over Thai fragrant rice.

Provided by Jeremy Lane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large shallots, peeled and quartered
10 Thai bird's eye chile peppers, seeded and chopped
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ bunch fresh cilantro
½ bunch fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
1 (1 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced
2 limes, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more as needed
2 boneless chicken breasts, cubed
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 kaffir lime leaves

Steps:

  • Combine shallots, bird's eye chile peppers, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, basil, garlic, ginger, lime juice, lime zest, lime flesh, lemon juice, sesame oil, and pepper in a food processor. Process, adding enough olive oil to make a paste that is thick but not thick enough to form peaks when you stir it.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat and fry curry paste, stirring constantly, until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add chicken and cook until chicken has sealed on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour coconut milk and chicken stock into the saucepan with the chicken; mix well. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until liquid has reduced to a thick sauce that clings to a spoon, 20 to 30 minutes. Add kaffir lime leaves and simmer for 1 more minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 67.6 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 39.9 g, Sodium 682.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

SPICY CHICKEN CURRY



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Garam Masala, similar but NOT identical to curry powder, can be found in East Indian food shops and sometimes in the 'Ethnic Foods' section at the supermarket. Serve hot with fried bread or rice, if desired.

Provided by SAI

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces
2 onions, chopped
4 green chile peppers, chopped
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 cups water
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 pinch ground turmeric
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken pieces and pat dry. Set aside. Grind poppy seeds into a paste.
  • In a large skillet, saute onions and green chiles in oil until golden brown. Add ginger garlic paste and continue to saute. Add poppy seed paste and reserved chicken pieces, continuing to saute. Stir all together; after chicken is well mixed with the 'gravy', add the red chili powder and pour 2 cups of water over the mixture. Cover skillet and let simmer about 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
  • After chicken is 'well-boiled' (the oil should be floating on top of the skillet liquid), add the garam masala and turmeric powder and turn off the stove. Stir all together and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 303.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SPICY INDIAN CHICKEN CURRY YUMMY



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This chicken curry recipe is totally diner style. The chicken thighs make it very soft and melt in your mouth! It's so easy to make too. Serve with rice, puri, naan or chappathi.

Provided by JRapuriS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large white onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
2 tablespoons curry powder
½ (2 inch) stick cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
8 pods whole green cardamom pods
4 bay leaves
6 whole cloves
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
15 whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons coriander seeds

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and ginger garlic paste. Season with curry powder, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, bay leaves, cloves, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, and coriander seeds. Cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. At this point, gravy will be runny; if you want to thicken, remove lid, and cook until liquid is reduced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 41.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 300.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SPICY DRY FRIED CURRY CHICKEN



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This recipe is from North India where my mother was born. She gave me the recipe when I was moving out. It has been a favorite dish in my family for years.

Provided by Cooldude

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1 large onion, sliced
1 ½ teaspoons cumin seeds
3 leaves fresh curry
2 teaspoons ginger paste
1 teaspoon garlic paste
2 cups water
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Clean, and cut chicken into 12 to 14 pieces. Place chicken in a large bowl, and season with turmeric powder, coriander powder, black pepper, chili powder, and salt. Cover bowl, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry mustard seeds, fenugreek, onion, cumin seeds, and curry leaves inn oil for about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger pastes, and cook for another 2 minutes. Add chicken and water, stir, and cover with lid. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, and cook until almost dry. Stir to keep the chicken from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Stir in lime juice, and cook until dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 141.9 mg, Fat 44.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 770.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SPICY TANDOORI GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CURRY-CUCUMBER SAUCE



Spicy Tandoori Grilled Chicken With Curry-Cucumber Sauce image

This chicken has a traditional East Indian tandoori flavor, and is marinated in a buttermilk/kosher salt curry brine for 3-4 hours before grilling, which produces the most moist and delicious chicken. This chicken had lots of flavors, and is wonderful grilled! Prep time includes marinating time. Make certain to use only coarse kosher salt. Serve with the curry-cucumber sauce on the side to "cool the heat"

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Poultry

Time 3h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon ginger powder
1 tablespoon curry powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
3 -5 fresh finely minced garlic cloves
3 -4 lbs chicken pieces (skin on or off)
1 cup cucumber, very finely chopped and seeded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the ginger powder, curry powder, onion powder and cayenne pepper; set aside 2 teaspoons of the mixture.
  • To make the brine: In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, sugar and minced garlic; mix to combine until the sugar and salt are dissolved completely.
  • Stir in the remaining ginger mixture into buttermilk mixture (keep about 2 teaspoons to flavor the chicken pieces before grilling).
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large heavy-duty ziploc freezer bag, and then place in a shallow dish to catch any small leaks.
  • Pour the buttermilk brine/ginger mixture mixture over the chicken pieces in the bag.
  • Coat the pieces well with the brine.
  • Place in refrigerator for 3-4 hours, turning the bag occasionally to distribute the marinade over the chicken.
  • When ready to grill, remove the chicken from the bag and discard marinade/brine.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with the reserved 2-3 teaspoons of the ginger spice.
  • Set grill to medium temperature.
  • Place the chicken on the grill and cover with grill lid.
  • Cook chicken for about 50-60 minutes.
  • To make the curry-cucumber sauce: In a bowl combine all the ingredients; mix well to combine.
  • Cover and chill until serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 688.8, Fat 43.2, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 171.1, Sodium 7644.5, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 19, Protein 46.4

SPICY CHICKEN CURRY SOUP



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This is a simple chicken curry soup. Recipe is quite spicy as is. Adjust the amount of green curry paste to lessen the amount of heat if necessary.

Provided by Alissa Doe-Klinger

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Curry Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ carrot, peeled and diced
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 tablespoon green curry paste
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
2 cups chicken stock
1 lime, juiced
¼ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and carrot, and cook 5 minutes. Mix in 1/4 the coconut milk. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil. Mix in curry paste. Place the chicken in the pot, and toss to coat.
  • Reduce heat to low, and pour in the chicken stock. Cook until heated through. Stir in remaining coconut milk, lime juice, and green onions. Continue to cook and stir at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 56 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 39.4 g, Sodium 918.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SPICY RED CHICKEN CURRY



SPICY RED CHICKEN CURRY image

Categories     Chicken     Pepper     Tomato     Sauté     Stew     Dinner

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 16

1T olive oil
½ med onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely diced
1 t grated ginger root
1 small red pepper, sliced thin
1 cup sliced grape or roma tomatoes
1 t garam masala powder
1 t fenugreek seeds
1 t red curry powder
1 t ground cardamom seed
1 t tandoori masala seasoning
1+ t cayenne pepper (adjust dep on spicy pref)
4 boneless chicken breasts
½-¾ can (8-10 oz coconut cream or milk - more if using milk than cream)
2 T fish sauce (more if not salty enough)
cilantro

Steps:

  • Put oil in large skillet, add onion and sauté until transparent. Add garlic and peppers, followed by spices and tomatoes and cook 4-5 more mins. Add chicken and cook until pink is nearly gone. Then add coconut cream and fish sauce. Simmer for at least 5-10 more minutes to combine flavors. Garnish with cilantro and serve with brown rice.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your curry.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: There are many different spices that can be used to make chicken curry, so feel free to experiment until you find a combination that you like.
  • Cook the chicken until it is tender: Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry, so make sure to cook it until it is just cooked through.
  • Use a good quality yogurt: The yogurt will help to tenderize the chicken and add a creamy flavor to the curry.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Chicken curry can be served with rice, naan, or roti.

Conclusion:

Spicy chicken curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying curry that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner option, give this spicy chicken curry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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