Description
Thai Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk is a delightful, flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine right to your kitchen. With creamy coconut milk and a blend of aromatic spices, this curry transforms everyday chicken and vegetables into a gourmet meal. Perfectly suited for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking quick yet satisfying options. The rich sauce pairs beautifully with steamed rice or rice noodles, ensuring every bite is a comforting experience. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice levels to suit your taste, and enjoy a comforting bowl of goodness any day of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 ยฝ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 red bell peppers, chopped
- 1 white or yellow onion, chopped
- 26 ounces unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 teaspoons yellow curry powder
- ยฝโ1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
- ยผ cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine chicken, peppers, and onions with oil. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add yellow curry powder and stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in coconut milk, red curry paste, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt; bring to a low boil while stirring occasionally.
- Whisk together corn starch and cold water until dissolved; add to the skillet and stir until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or additional vegetables. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.