One-Pot Spicy Coconut Curry with Chickpeas and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

A vibrant and creamy curry that cooks all in one pot, balancing spicy and sweet flavors with tender chickpeas and fresh spinach. This Thai-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs coconut oil, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 medium diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp red curry paste
• 2 cups canned chickpeas (drained)
• 1 can (14 oz) canned coconut milk
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
3. Step 3: Add 2 tablespoons of red curry paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to release the spices’ flavors.
4. Step 4: Pour in 2 cups of drained canned chickpeas, 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk, and 1 cup of vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low and add 4 cups of fresh spinach leaves, stirring gently until wilted, about 3 minutes.
6. Step 6: Finish by stirring in 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer for another 2 minutes before serving warm.