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Green Thai Chicken Coconut Curry

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Green Thai Chicken Coconut Curry is a flavorful and creamy dish with a perfect balance of spices and coconut milk. The tender chicken, veggies, and aromatic herbs make it a delightful meal for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 medium/large sweet Vidalia or yellow onion, diced small
  • 1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • one 14-ounce can coconut milk
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 large zucchini, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 to 8 tablespoons Thai green curry paste
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. Saute Onion and Garlic: Heat oil in a large skillet, saute onion until translucent, add garlic, ginger, and coriander.
  2. Cook Chicken: Add chicken, cook until no longer pink.
  3. Add Veggies and Curry Paste: Stir in carrots, zucchini, and green curry paste.
  4. Pour Coconut Milk: Add coconut milk, season with salt, pepper, and simmer.
  5. Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice, adjust seasoning, garnish with cilantro, and serve over rice or with naan.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spiciness by using more or less curry paste.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or peas.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg