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Thai Coconut Chicken

Thai Coconut Chicken

Discover how to make a creamy and flavorful Thai Coconut Chicken in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or dinner parties!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
  • 1 yellow or sweet onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced or pressed
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
  • 1 to 1.5 cups grated carrots
  • 1 to 3 tablespoons red Thai curry paste adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar optional
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Grater for carrots
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chopped onion; cook for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and coriander; toast for a minute to release their fragrance.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, grated carrots, curry paste, salt, and pepper; stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the spinach and lime juice; cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach wilts, adjusting seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is great for busy weeknights and can also impress at dinner parties. Try various serving options like rice, quinoa, or naan.
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