Easy One-Pot Japanese Chicken and Vegetable Curry Recipe
This Easy One-Pot Japanese Curry with Chicken and Vegetables is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken thighs simmered with hearty root vegetables in a rich, mildly spiced Japanese curry sauce made from traditional curry roux blocks. The recipe is straightforward, combining all ingredients in one pot for minimal cleanup and maximum taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 medium potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tbsp)
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (about 1 tbsp)
Liquids & Seasonings
- 3 cups chicken broth, low-sodium preferred
- 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
- 1 package (about 100 g) Japanese curry roux blocks (choose mild, medium, or hot)
- Optional: 1 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Slice the onion thinly and mince the garlic and ginger.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and brown on one side for 2-3 minutes, then flip and brown the other side for 2 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Push the chicken to the sides of the pot. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onions to the center. Stir and cook until fragrant and the onions soften, about 3 minutes.
- Add Vegetables and Broth: Add the chopped carrots and potatoes to the pot. Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth. Stir gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer Vegetables: Partially cover the pot and simmer for about 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally and add water if the broth reduces too much.
- Add Curry Roux: Break the curry roux blocks into pieces and add them to the pot. Stir gently over low heat until the roux fully dissolves and the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Finish and Season: Simmer the curry for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with optional soy sauce or salt as desired.
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by choosing mild, medium, or hot Japanese curry roux.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control the saltiness of the dish.
- Add water if the curry gets too thick during simmering to maintain the desired consistency.
- Serve over steamed white rice or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Vegetables like peas or bell peppers can be added for variety, but add them after the curry roux to prevent overcooking.
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