Description
Craving something creamy, spicy, and full of bold Thai flavor? This Thai Chicken Coconut Curry is your answer. It’s a quick dinner recipe you can whip up in under 35 minutes with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Rich coconut milk meets red curry paste in a harmony of spices, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables. This is the perfect easy dinner idea for busy weeknights, and it makes excellent leftovers too! Whether you’re looking for healthy snack inspiration or a comforting dish for your next dinner idea, this easy recipe will become a go-to in your kitchen.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, chopped
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup fresh spinach
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon coconut or vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Chop all vegetables and chicken. Mince garlic and ginger.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add garlic, ginger, and onion. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
4. Stir in curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink on the outside, about 5–6 minutes.
6. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
7. Add bell peppers and simmer for 5–7 minutes until tender.
8. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
9. Add fish sauce and lime juice. Adjust seasoning.
10. Serve hot over rice or noodles. Garnish if desired.
Notes
Don’t skip sautéing the curry paste—it boosts flavor dramatically.
Full-fat coconut milk makes a richer, creamier sauce than light versions.
Add veggies like zucchini or mushrooms to bulk it up or use tofu for a vegetarian spin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: quick dinner, easy recipe, Thai curry, coconut chicken curry, dinner ideas