Description
Coconut Milk Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken poached in a creamy coconut milk sauce enriched with aromatic spices and a hint of heat, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. The gentle poaching method ensures juicy and flavorful chicken, while the rich sauce pairs beautifully with rice or noodles. Enjoy the versatility of this dish by customizing the spice levels and serving options to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast (sliced)
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh lime
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 4-5 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and red curry paste. Stir well.
- Add sliced chicken to the mixture and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat once cooked to maintain tenderness. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with lime juice and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 402
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 632mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 97mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of red curry paste. For added flavor, serve with lime wedges and drizzle chili oil over the top.