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Thai Green Chicken Curry

Delicious Thai Green Chicken Curry Ready in 20 Minutes

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai Green Chicken Curry, a quick and easy gluten-free meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any neutral oil like canola or sunflower
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breast or tofu
  • 1 small red onion or shallots, can substitute with yellow onion
  • 2-3 tablespoons green curry paste adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or ginger powder if fresh isn't available
  • 2 cloves garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 can canned coconut milk 14 ounces
  • 1 cup chicken stock or vegetable stock
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced, can substitute with zucchini or broccoli
  • 1 cup green beans or snap peas/asparagus
  • 1-2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can be omitted or replaced with honey/agave
For Serving
  • lime wedges for extra brightness
  • fresh bean sprouts optional
  • baby spinach optional, or other leafy greens
  • fresh coriander leaves for garnish
  • red chili sliced, for extra heat

Equipment

  • large pan
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the sliced chicken thighs and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Introduce the chopped red onion and minced ginger; sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until golden.
  5. Spoon in green curry paste and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Mix in coconut milk and chicken stock, bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add diced bell pepper and green beans; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  8. Season with fish sauce and sugar; adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Serve hot over jasmine rice, garnished as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enhance flavors with homemade curry paste and avoid boiling the coconut milk vigorously to maintain creaminess.

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