Description
Coconut Milk Chicken is a flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to Thailand. This easy recipe features tender poached chicken simmered in a rich, creamy coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dish that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Its versatility allows for endless customization, making Coconut Milk Chicken not only delicious but also adaptable to your personal taste preferences.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 red chili, minced
- 28 ounces coconut milk (2 cans)
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced
- Soy sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a large deep skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in coconut oil until softened (4-5 minutes). Add garlic, ginger, and red chili; cook until fragrant (2 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk, brown sugar, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and red curry paste; stir until smooth.
- Add sliced chicken to the simmering mixture and reduce heat to medium-low. Poach gently for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
- Remove from heat once the chicken is tender; add lime juice and garnish with cilantro before serving over rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg