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Coconut Milk Chicken

Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken for a Cozy Weeknight Dinner

Coconut Milk Chicken is a comforting dish that's perfect for busy weeknights, combining simple ingredients into a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Can substitute with canola oil if needed
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Red Chili Adjust to taste
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat yields the richest sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Red Thai Curry Paste Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can be replaced with honey or omitted
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs are juicier and retain moisture
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor
For the Toppings
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro Chopped just before serving
  • to drizzle Chili Oil or Chili Crunch For added heat
  • to taste Scallions Sliced thinly for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in 1 tablespoon of finely diced fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced red chili. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Add salt and pepper, and 2 tablespoons of red Thai curry paste. Mix well.
  4. Add 1 pound of sliced chicken breasts or thighs into the mixture. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Serve the Coconut Milk Chicken over jasmine rice or noodles, topped with fresh cilantro and chili oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 27gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning according to taste after it simmers.

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