Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Curried Coconut Chicken & Rice, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine right to your table. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chicken thighs simmered in creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices, resulting in a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners with friends. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients. Serve it over fluffy rice or enjoy it as a hearty soup – either way, it’s sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 skinless chicken thighs
- 1 garlic clove
- 400ml coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons yellow curry paste
- 500g cooked rice
- Fresh coriander leaves
- Lime juice
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Crispy fried onion
- Chilli oil
- 2 limes
- 0.5 sugar
- 300ml water
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing grated garlic and half the oyster sauce in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat a splash of coconut milk, add curry paste and coriander stalks, then stir in water and remaining coconut milk. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- In a frying pan, heat oil and cook marinated chicken until charred and cooked through.
- Assemble by dividing rice into bowls, topping with broth and sliced chicken, garnishing with lime juice, crispy onions, and fresh coriander.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 505
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 115mg