Best 5 Chicken In Spicy Coconut Sauce Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with this delectable dish of Chicken in Spicy Coconut Sauce. Originating from Thailand, this dish encapsulates the essence of Thai cuisine, blending spicy, sweet, and creamy flavors in perfect harmony.

The heart of this dish lies in the vibrant, aromatic sauce, a symphony of flavors achieved by carefully balancing fragrant coconut milk, fiery chili peppers, tangy lemongrass, and a medley of aromatic spices. Succulent chicken pieces are lovingly simmered in this luscious sauce, infusing them with an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Accompanying this tantalizing main course are two equally enticing recipes: Fragrant Jasmine Rice and освежающий Cucumber Salad. The fluffy, aromatic Jasmine Rice provides the perfect foundation for the rich and flavorful chicken dish, while the crisp, refreshing Cucumber Salad, with its zesty dressing, offers a delightful contrast and cleanses the palate.

These recipes come together to create a complete and satisfying meal that showcases the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delectable Chicken in Spicy Coconut Sauce, along with its delightful accompaniments, ensuring a successful and flavorful culinary adventure.

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OVEN FRIED COCONUT CHICKEN WITH MANGO DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Olive oil cooking spray, for the wire rack and chicken
1/2 cup coconut flour
2 large eggs
1/2 cup light coconut milk
1 1/2 cups whole wheat panko crumbs
1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, preferably Bob's Red Mill
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds chicken tenders
1 cup store-bought mango chutney
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 jalapeno, small dice
Serving suggestions: iceberg lettuce, diced carrots, diced tomatoes, shredded red cabbage, 1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • For the chicken tenders: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a wire rack on a sheet pan and spray with cooking spray.
  • Create a 3-step breading process in 3 separate shallow bowls. Put the coconut flour in the first bowl, eggs and coconut milk in the second bowl, whisked to combine, and panko, coconut, salt and pepper in the last bowl, stirred to combine.
  • Pat the chicken dry and add it to the coconut flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it in the egg mixture, making sure to coat the chicken entirely. Lastly, lay the chicken in the panko mixture, turning it over and pressing into the breading to coat evenly. Place on the wire rack. Spray the chicken with additional cooking spray. Bake until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. (See Cook's Note.)
  • For the dipping sauce: Whisk together the chutney, yogurt and jalapeno in a medium bowl.
  • To serve this as a salad, combine the iceberg, carrots, tomatoes and red cabbage together in a bowl. Whisk the apple cider vinegar into the mango dipping sauce to make a dressing. Lightly dress the salad with the mango dressing. Top with the coconut chicken and serve.

SPICY COCONUT CURRY SAUCE



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This is part of the recipe Chicken Wings Five Ways.

Provided by Alexis Touchet

Categories     Sauce     Super Bowl     Backyard BBQ     Tailgating     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup minced onion
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups well-stirred unsweetened coconut milk (from 2 cans)
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup chopped cilantro sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook onion, garlic, curry paste, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in oil in a wide 2-quart heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and gently simmer, stirring frequently, until reduced to 2 cups, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, cayenne, cilantro (if desired), and salt to taste.

SPICY CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

3 tablespoons Ghee, recipe follows
2 medium onions, chopped
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Curry Powder, recipe follows
1 cinnamon stick
1 to 3 dried red chiles
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 15-ounce cans unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups chicken stock
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1 lemon, juiced
Mint leaves, for garnish
1 pound unsalted butter
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon cardamom seeds
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
2 dried red chiles, broken in pieces, seeds discarded
2 tablespoons turmeric

Steps:

  • Heat the Ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat. Add the onions, ginger, and garlic and cook slowly until the onions are very soft, about 15 minutes. Add the tomato paste, Curry Powder, cinnamon stick, and chiles and give it a good stir; season with salt and pepper. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken stock and bring it back to a simmer; cook until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes. Add the tomatoes, chicken, cilantro, and half the lemon juice; continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Garnish with cilantro and mint leaves.
  • Put the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat. Melt the butter slowly and make sure it does not sizzle or brown. Increase the heat and bring the butter to a boil. When the surface is covered with foam, stir gently and reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting. Gently simmer, uncovered, and undisturbed for 45 minutes, until the milk solids in the bottom of the pan have turned golden brown and the butter on top is transparent. Strain the ghee through a sieve lined with several layers of cheesecloth. The ghee should be perfectly clear and smell nutty; pour into a glass jar and seal tightly.
  • Toast the coriander, cumin, cardamom, peppercorns, fennel, mustard, cloves, and the chiles in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat just until they smell fragrant, about 2 minutes. In a clean coffee grinder or spice mill, grind the toasted spices together to a fine powder. Add the turmeric and give it another quick buzz to combine. Use the curry powder immediately, or store in a sealed jar for up to 1 month.

STICKY COCONUT CHICKEN AND RICE



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This comforting one-pot chicken dish features fragrant coconut rice infused with aromatic ginger, garlic and scallion, and studded with toasty cashews. The cashews soften as the rice steams, adding subtle nuttiness to the dish. Chicken thighs absorb the coconut milk as they cook, which keeps the meat tender and juicy. Fresh chopped cilantro brightens the dish, while hot sauce adds nice heat and tang to balance the creamy, rich and slightly sweet rice.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, each thigh cut into 2 equal-size pieces
1/4 cup neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
2 teaspoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups short-grain white rice, rinsed until water runs clear
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (13.5-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
1 yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped (½-inch pieces)
1/2 cup roasted cashews, coarsely chopped
3 scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced (½ packed cup)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro
Hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Rub chicken with 1 tablespoon of oil, and season with 1 teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper.
  • In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium. Working in two batches, brown chicken, turning halfway, until no longer pink, around 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the ginger and the garlic to the empty pot, and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add rice and stir until evenly coated in the oil. Add broth, coconut milk, bell pepper, cashews, scallions and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Stir to lift up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot. Arrange chicken on top, add any accumulated juices from the plate and bring to a boil over high.
  • Cover and bake until all of the liquid is absorbed, rice is tender and chicken is cooked through, 25 minutes. Scatter cilantro over the chicken and rice, then divide among bowls. Serve with hot sauce.

CHICKEN WITH COCONUT SAUCE



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The healthy fat from the coconut sauce adds to the flavor of this grilled chicken dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk (not low-fat)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for grates
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, (6 to 8 ounces each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 jalapeño chiles
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Cooked white rice (optional)
Lime wedges, (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring coconut milk to a gentle simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and reduced to 1/2 cup, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat grill to high; oil grates. Rub chicken all over with oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Place chicken and jalapenos on grill; cover. Cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and jalapenos are blackened all over, 12 to 16 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter; keep warm. Peel jalapenos, rubbing off the blackened skins with a paper towel; transfer to a blender. Add reduced coconut milk, lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  • Slice chicken crosswise into 4 or 5 pieces, and place on plates; spoon coconut sauce over the top. Serve with rice and lime wedges, if desired.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are properly measured, prepped, and within reach. This will streamline the cooking process and prevent any scrambling during preparation.
  • Choosing the Right Chicken: Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, as they cook quickly and absorb the flavors of the sauce well. If using chicken with bones, increase the cooking time accordingly.
  • Marinating the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, and spices enhances its flavor and tenderizes it. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Coconut Milk Selection: Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier sauce. Light coconut milk can be used for a lighter sauce, but it may require additional thickening.
  • Spice Level Adjustment: Adjust the amount of chili peppers and cayenne pepper based on your desired spice level. Start with a small amount and gradually increase until you reach your preferred heat level.
  • Cooking Technique: Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly by simmering it in the sauce until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Overcooking can result in dry, tough chicken.
  • Garnish and Serving: Garnish the dish with fresh cilantro, mint, or scallions for added flavor and color. Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or naan bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This flavorful and aromatic Chicken in Spicy Coconut Sauce is a delightful blend of bold spices, creamy coconut milk, and tender chicken. With its easy-to-follow steps and versatile serving options, this dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. Whether you prefer a milder or spicier version, this recipe offers the flexibility to customize the heat level to your liking. So, gather your ingredients, turn up the heat, and embark on a culinary journey to savor this delightful dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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