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Leftover Coconut Chicken and Chickpea Curry with Fragrant Basmati Rice

Leftover Coconut Chicken and Chickpea Curry with Fragrant Basmati Rice

Dinner
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Servings
2
Calories
725
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Chef's Note

Adding a bit of fresh ginger and a splash of water when reheating makes the curry taste like it was just made. The steam created under the lid is the secret to reviving day-old basmati rice without it becoming crunchy or dry.

Tags
chicken
chickpeas
curry
indian-inspired
leftovers
high-protein
spinach
coconut-milk
Ingredients
  • 3 cups leftover coconut chicken and chickpea curry

  • 2 cups leftover basmati rice

  • 5 ounces fresh baby spinach

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 1 inch fresh ginger

  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro

  • 1 whole lime

  • 0.25 small red onion

  • 0.5 cup plain greek yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Instructions
  • 1

    In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups leftover basmati rice with 1 tablespoon water. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and place over low heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the rice is heated through and becomes fluffy again.

  • 2

    Peel and grate 1 inch of fresh ginger. In a medium pot, combine 3 cups leftover coconut chicken and chickpea curry with the grated ginger. Heat over medium-low for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the sauce is bubbling and the chicken is hot throughout.

  • 3

    While the curry and rice reheat, peel and mince 2 cloves of garlic. Wash 5 ounces fresh baby spinach and pat dry. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is just wilted and bright green.

  • 4

    Finely dice 1/4 of a small red onion. Wash 0.25 cup fresh cilantro and roughly chop the leaves. Cut 1 whole lime into four wedges.

  • 5

    To serve, divide the warmed basmati rice between two bowls. Ladle the hot chicken and chickpea curry over the rice. Arrange the sautéed garlic spinach on the side of each bowl.

  • 6

    Top each serving with 0.25 cup plain greek yogurt, a sprinkle of the diced red onion, the chopped cilantro, and 1 tablespoon sliced almonds. Serve immediately with 2 lime wedges per bowl for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
725
Calories
38g
Protein
82g
Carbs
29g
Fat

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