Coconut Chicken Curry

While rice cooks, wash and dry produce.

Core, deseed, and dice bell pepper into 1-inch pieces. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens.

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until almost tender, 5 minutes. TIP: If needed, add splashes of water to help pepper soften.

Add scallion whites and cook until veggies are softened, 2 minutes more. Turn off heat; transfer to a plate. Wash out pan.

Open package of chicken* and drain off any excess liquid; season all over with salt and pepper.

Heat a drizzle of oil in same pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes. Reduce heat under pan to medium.

Add tomato paste, curry powder, and paprika to pan with chicken. Add a pinch of chili flakes if you like things spicy.

Cook, stirring, until chicken is fully coated and spices are fragrant, 1 minute.

Stir in coconut milk, ¼ cup water, 1 tsp sugar, 1 TBSP butter, and a big pinch of salt. (For 4 servings, use ⅓ cup water, 2 tsp sugar, and 2 TBSP butter.) Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook until thickened, 2-3 minutes more. TIP: Taste and add more sugar if you like a sweeter curry.

Add bell pepper mixture and sour cream; stir to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat.