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Green Thai Chicken Coconut Curry

Savor the Bliss of Green Thai Chicken Coconut Curry in 20 Minutes

This Quick and Easy Green Thai Chicken Coconut Curry is a must-try dish that highlights tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and rich coconut milk.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Curry Base
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil for sautéing the onions
  • 1 medium Sweet Vidalia or Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat
Veggies
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 medium Zucchini diced
Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Thai Green Curry Paste adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh
Garnishing
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro or Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar optional
Serving
  • 4 cups Rice (jasmine or basmati) or naan

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add one diced sweet Vidalia or yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced boneless skinless chicken breast to the skillet. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, flipping occasionally until browned.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of ground ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in one can of full-fat coconut milk, 1 cup of shredded carrots, and 1 diced zucchini. Add 2 tablespoons of Thai green curry paste, kosher salt, and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and let the curry simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens and vegetables are tender.
  6. Stir in the juice of one lime and a handful of chopped fresh cilantro. Mix gently and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot over rice or with naan on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This curry can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week and can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently and add coconut milk if necessary.

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