One-Pot Chicken Pineapple Curry (Printable Version)

Tender chicken melds with pineapple and coconut milk in a vibrant, aromatic one-pot dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables & Fruit

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
07 - 1 medium carrot, sliced

→ Pantry & Liquids

08 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
09 - 13.5 fl oz full-fat coconut milk
10 - 1 cup chicken broth
11 - 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
12 - 1 tablespoon fish sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
14 - 1 teaspoon brown sugar
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish & Accompaniments

16 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - Cooked jasmine rice for serving
18 - Lime wedges for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant and aromatic.
03 - Stir in the Thai red curry paste and cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to develop.
04 - Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides for 4–5 minutes until lightly caramelized.
05 - Add the sliced bell pepper, carrot, and pineapple chunks. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
06 - Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar until well incorporated.
07 - Bring to a gentle simmer, cover partially, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
08 - Remove the lid and simmer uncovered for 5–10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken to desired consistency.
09 - Taste the curry and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.
10 - Serve hot over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Truly one-pot: everything from browning the chicken to simmering the sauce happens in a single Dutch oven, keeping cleanup minimal.
  • Bold, balanced flavours: the natural sweetness of pineapple tames the heat of Thai red curry paste, while coconut milk creates a luxuriously creamy sauce.
  • Weeknight-friendly: just 15 minutes of prep and the pot does the rest — on the table in under an hour.
  • Gluten-free and dairy-free: simply swap regular soy sauce for tamari and every dietary box is ticked.
  • Endlessly adaptable: swap chicken for tofu, add extra chilli, or raid the fridge for whatever vegetables need using up.
02 -
  • Use full-fat coconut milk: it creates a richer, creamier sauce that won't split during simmering.
  • Don't skip browning the chicken: those golden edges add depth and texture that the sauce alone cannot provide.
  • Bloom the curry paste: cooking it in the oil for a full minute before adding liquid unlocks its full aromatic potential.
  • Adjust sweetness carefully: pineapple adds natural sugar — taste before adding the full teaspoon of brown sugar.
  • Gluten-free swap: replace soy sauce with tamari to keep the dish completely gluten-free without sacrificing flavour.
  • Allergen reminder: this recipe contains fish (fish sauce) and soy (soy sauce) — always check labels for hidden allergens.
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