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Cook for 5 minutes until the chicken is slightly browned.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chicken pieces","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Pour in the water and add the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in the water","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Add the coconut milk and salt. Simmer on low heat for another 5-10 minutes until the gravy thickens to your preference. Do not let it boil vigorously after adding coconut milk to prevent curdling.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the coconut milk and salt","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Using bone-in chicken provides a much deeper flavor to the gravy. 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