Description
Experience the warmth of the tropics with this creamy Thai Coconut Curry Chicken, featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices in a rich coconut sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat, allowing it to melt and coat the bottom, releasing a warm coconut fragrance.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, stirring to release their sweetness.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, letting them cook for another minute to build a fragrant foundation.
- Introduce the chicken pieces, cooking until they are no longer pink, ensuring they soak up the aromatic base flavor.
- Stir in the Thai red curry paste, mixing well to distribute the spices evenly throughout the chicken.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bringing everything to a gentle simmer; this blends the rich flavors into a creamy sauce.
- Add the bell peppers and broccoli, cooking until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color—around 5 minutes works well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors to your liking.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil or cilantro on top, inviting that fresh herb aroma to shine through.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the ingredients a day in advance. Cooking alternatives include using air fryer for chicken or a slow cooker for blended flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Thai, coconut curry, chicken, recipe, easy dinner