Low FODMAP Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk

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Low FODMAP Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk

A gentle, aromatic chicken curry made without onion and garlic, suitable for low FODMAP diets. Boneless chicken breast and tender potatoes simmer in light coconut milk with curry powder, garam masala, cumin, and turmeric. Ready in under 20 minutes and serves six.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or grapeseed oil
    olive oil1:1neutral fat

    higher smoke point alternative

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into bite size pieces
    chicken thigh1:1poultry

    darker meat cooks slightly longer

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  • 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder without onion and garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala blend without onion and garlic
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • teaspoon cayenne pepper(optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, washed, sliced, skin off or on
    red potatoes1:1starch

    similar texture when cooked

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  • 1 ½ cups light coconut milk
    full-fat coconut milk1:1dairy-free

    richer flavor, higher fat

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  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, cut, for garnish(optional)
    chives1:1herb garnish

    removed: low FODMAP status if using garlic chives

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a medium-large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add chicken pieces and stir frequently until lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a small dish, whisk together curry powder, garam masala blend, cumin, turmeric, cayenne if using, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle spice mixture over chicken and stir to coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add potato slices and coconut milk, distributing evenly over chicken.

  6. 6

    Cover skillet and simmer about 10 minutes until potatoes are fork tender and chicken is cooked through.

  7. 7

    Serve on a platter and garnish with parsley if desired.

Tips

Tip 1

Use curry powder and garam masala specifically labeled without onion and garlic for strict low FODMAP compliance.

Tip 2

Potato skins can be left on for added texture and nutrients; remove if preferred.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Freeze up to 1 month.

Make Ahead

Combine dry spices in advance. Slice potatoes and chicken up to 4 hours ahead, storing separately.

Serve With

Serve hot from the skillet or plated individually. Pairs well with rice or low FODMAP bread to balance the coconut milk sauce.

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Common Mistakes

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Overcook chicken to avoid dry texture; stir frequently during initial browning.

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Skip simmering lid to avoid soggy potatoes; keep covered to retain steam.

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Use standard curry powder or garam masala with onion and garlic to avoid losing low FODMAP certification.

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

light coconut milk
full-fat coconut milk1:1dairy-free

richer flavor, higher fat

Full guide →

General Alternatives

grapeseed oil
olive oil1:1neutral fat

higher smoke point alternative

Full guide →
Yukon Gold potatoes
red potatoes1:1starch

similar texture when cooked

Full guide →
chicken breast
chicken thigh1:1poultry

darker meat cooks slightly longer

Full guide →
parsley
chives1:1herb garnish

removed: low FODMAP status if using garlic chives

Full guide →
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