CHICKEN AND SWEET-POTATO CURRY

Chicken and Sweet-Potato Curry image

Provided by Jim W

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
3 -6 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 tablespoon chili paste (optional)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite size cubes
1 (10 ounce) package frozen okra, thawed
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite size strips
1 1/3 cups chicken broth
2 cups coconut milk

Steps:

In a food processor combine onions, ginger, garlic, curry powder,chili paste and 1/3 cup chicken broth, blend until smooth.
Heat oil in a Dutch oven (approximately 5-quart pot) sauté onion mixture, stirring frequently until just starting to change color.
Add sweet potatoes, okra and 1 Cup of chicken broth with 2 cups coconut milk. Bring to just where you start to see bubbles, reduce to a medium/low heat. Simmer until potatoes are tender,9 to 12 minutes. Stir in chicken strips, cook until just opaque throughout, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763.4, Fat 49.8, SaturatedFat 28.9, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 477, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 16.7, Protein 44.3