South African Chicken Curry

Simple chicken curry from South Africa. Apple, raisins, and coconut add sweetness to a savory dish.

Total time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3 cups white rice
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil1.2kg chicken breast, cubed
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 large apples, peeled and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 can (284ml) chicken broth
• 3 cups 1% milk
• 1 can (284ml) sliced mushrooms, drained
• raisins, sweetened shredded coconut, peanuts (for garnish)

Directions

1. Cook rice according to package instructions. We find that a rice cooker is the easiest method.
2. In a large frying pan, cook chicken cubes in vegetable oil. Ensure chicken is cooked through, then set aside.
3. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Add celery and onion and cook on medium heat until soft (about 10 minutes). Then add apple and continue cooking until tender (another 5 minutes).
4. Combine cornstarch, curry powder, and chicken broth. Stir into onion mixture.
5. Add milk to onion mixture.
6. Cook on medium heat, stirring, until thick and bubbly (about 5-10 minutes).
7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cooked chicken and mushrooms. Heat through.
8. Serve over rice. Add raisins, shredded coconut, and peanuts as garnish.

Family Ratings

• McM: 5/5, my new favorite curry dish!
• Papa: 4/5

Original recipe: http://www.food.com/recipe/african-chicken-curry-50400