Curried Creole Chicken & Black Beans-A Winner!

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1
Curried Creole Chicken & Black Beans-A Winner!
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 fryer chickens ( cut up or chicken pieces )
4 medium red onions
1 leek
8 garlic cloves
1/2 cup of freshly grated coconut ( coconut flakes can also do the job )
2 tablespoons curry
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1/2 pint sour cream
2 tablespoons plain flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 bouquet garni ( thyme , rosemary , parsley , bay leaf )
2 pints chicken stock
2 cups of drained black beans ( also called turtle beans )
2 fresh chili peppers , chopped up finely
2 limes ( the juice of )
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
410
Sugar
4g
Fat
25g
This chicken and black bean curry is a fusion of Creole and Indian flavors, with coconut milk and spices playing starring roles. The dish is hearty and filling, with tender chicken and rich black beans in a creamy coconut and curry sauce. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner, and leftovers make for a great lunch during the workweek. Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
2.Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat and add the chicken pieces, cooking until browned on both sides.
3.Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4.In the same pan, add the onions, leek, garlic, and chili peppers and cook until they begin to soften.
5.Add the curry powder, turmeric, and allspice and stir until fragrant.
6.Stir in the chicken stock and coconut, and add the bouquet garni.
7.Add the chicken back to the pan, reduce the heat, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
8.Mix the flour with 2 tablespoons of cold water and whisk until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and pour the mixture into the pan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Discard the bouquet garni.
9.Stir in the black beans and lime juice, and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is full of complex flavors and spices.
The chicken is tender and juicy, while the black beans add heart-healthy fiber.

It’s also great for meal prep, as the leftovers taste even better the next day.

CONS

This recipe requires a lot of ingredients and steps.
It may be more suitable for experienced at-home chefs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The black beans in this recipe are an excellent source of fiber, which aids in digestive health and can promote feelings of fullness and satiety.
The spices in the curry can also have anti-inflammatory properties and may improve heart health when consumed regularly.

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