Paleo Chicken Sukha
Bursting with bold Indian flavors, Paleo Chicken Sukha is a dry-style chicken curry that transforms simple ingredients into an aromatic and satisfying dish. This recipe combines tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs with freshly grated coconut, curry leaves, and a fragrant blend of spices, all cooked to perfection in creamy coconut oil. Infused with garlic, ginger, and green chilies, it offers a vibrant medley of heat and zest balanced by a final drizzle of tangy lemon juice. Perfect for those following a paleo diet, this one-pan dish is easy to prepare in under an hour and pairs wonderfully with cauliflower rice or fresh greens for a wholesome, gluten-free meal. Elevate your weeknight dinner with this paleo-friendly Indian chicken recipe that's as healthy as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 4 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, grated
- 2 medium Green chilies, slit
- 1 cup Fresh coconut, grated
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chilies to the pan. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook until they become white and firm on the outside, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the grated coconut, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
Add curry leaves and cook the mixture on a low to medium flame, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the mixture is dry, about 15-20 minutes.
Ensure the chicken is tender and well cooked. If needed, sprinkle a bit of water to help deglaze the pan and provide moisture if it's drying too quickly.
Once cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and drizzle lemon juice over the chicken.
Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 589 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
