Coconut Curry Chicken
Coconut curry chicken is a creamy, fragrant dish that combines tender chicken thighs with rich coconut milk and vibrant spices. This delightful recipe brings a burst of flavor to any dinner table, making it perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests. The balanced fusion of sweet and spicy notes ensures a memorable dining experience that will leave your taste buds singing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh basil or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Gather all ingredients and finely chop onions and garlic while grating ginger.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken and curry paste: Stir in chicken thighs and red curry paste. Cook until chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk: Add coconut milk and stir well. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Taste test: Adjust seasoning with soy sauce or lime juice as desired.
- Garnish and serve: Top with fresh basil or cilantro before serving hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg