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Thai Chicken Coconut Curry

Thai Chicken Coconut Curry

Enjoy a flavorful Thai Chicken Coconut Curry, rich in taste and quick to prepare, perfect for any dinner time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs choose thighs for extra juiciness
For the Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil opt for coconut oil for an authentic tropical twist
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoon red curry paste adjust for spice preference
For the Sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce fish sauce for umami flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell peppers slice in various colors
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

How to Make Thai Chicken Coconut Curry
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Let it warm until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Cook the chopped onion until softened, around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in the red curry paste and let it cook briefly for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat them well. Cook for about 5-6 minutes.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Let it bubble gently for about 10-12 minutes.
  7. Add the sliced bell peppers and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  8. Season the curry with fish sauce or soy sauce and finish with lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken in lime juice and fish sauce for added flavor. Avoid overcrowding the skillet when cooking the chicken.

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