African Chicken Curry – Kuku Paka: Easy, Flavorful Comfort Dish
Experience the rich flavors of East Africa with this easy Kuku Paka recipe. A delightful combination of spices, coconut milk, and tender chicken provides a warm, comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: African
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Add the chopped bell pepper, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.
- Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or flatbread for a complete meal.
- You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less curry powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: African Chicken Curry, Kuku Paka, comfort food, easy recipe