Description
Thai Peanut Curry Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, rich sauce infused with peanut butter, zesty lime, and a hint of spice. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering an explosion of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve it over rice or noodles for an unforgettable experience that warms both the heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in coconut milk, peanut butter, red curry paste, soy sauce, and lime juice until combined.
- Add bell peppers and carrots; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg