Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this delightful Thai Red Curry Chicken. Bursting with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick weeknight meal. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice or naan bread. The combination of tender chicken and fresh vegetables creates a nutritious option that everyone will love. Enjoy the balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Southeast Asia!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon lemongrass, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (14 fl. oz / 400 ml) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for umami flavor)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large deep pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté diced onion and sliced red bell pepper for about 4-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and lemongrass; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Thai red curry paste and mix well; cook for another minute before adding cubed zucchini.
- Pour in coconut milk and let it simmer on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan along with soy sauce and brown sugar; stir until coated.
- Allow to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes; add lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg