Best 6 Green Curry Chicken With Peas And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Green Curry Chicken with Peas and Basil, a culinary symphony of aromatic herbs, creamy coconut milk, and succulent chicken. This tantalizing dish embodies the essence of Thai cuisine, with a harmonious blend of spicy, savory, and sweet notes that dance on your palate. As you delve into the depths of this culinary masterpiece, you'll encounter tender chicken pieces infused with the bold flavors of green curry paste, complemented by the vibrant crunch of fresh peas and the aromatic sweetness of basil. Prepare to embark on a sensory journey that will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok, where the air is alive with the fragrance of exotic spices.

This article presents a collection of Green Curry Chicken with Peas and Basil recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic Thai dish. Discover the secrets of creating an authentic green curry paste from scratch, ensuring the perfect balance of heat and flavor. Learn how to select the freshest ingredients, from plump chicken breasts to vibrant green peas and fragrant basil leaves. Follow step-by-step instructions to master the art of simmering the curry, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in a rich and velvety sauce. Experiment with variations such as adding bamboo shoots for a textural contrast or adjusting the level of spiciness to suit your preferences.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or embarking on your culinary journey, these recipes will guide you towards creating an unforgettable Green Curry Chicken with Peas and Basil that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Prepare to unveil the secrets of Thai cuisine and embark on a flavor adventure that will transport you to the heart of Southeast Asia.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY GREEN CURRY WITH CHICKEN, BELL PEPPER, AND SUGAR SNAP PEAS



Easy Green Curry with Chicken, Bell Pepper, and Sugar Snap Peas image

This Thai-inspired green curry is ready in just 20 minutes with a little help from a store-bought rotisserie chicken. That may be even faster than any takeout.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Curry     Dinner     Coconut     Chicken     Lime Juice     Sugar Snap Pea     Bell Pepper     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon virgin coconut or canola oil
1/4 cup green curry paste
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 medium onion, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 red bell pepper, sliced into 1/4-inch strips
1 cup homemade chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups 1/2-inch cubed cooked chicken (from 1 [2 1/2-pound] rotisserie chicken)
1/2 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
1/4 cup basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Cooked rice or rice noodles and lime wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium. Cook curry paste, ginger, and lime zest, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. Add onion and salt and cook, stirring, until onion is soft, about 3 minutes. Add bell pepper and stir to combine. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until pepper is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add chicken, snap peas, and coconut milk and cook over medium, being careful not to boil, until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Stir in basil and lime juice. Serve with rice or rice noodles and lime wedges alongside.

GREEN CURRY CHICKEN



Green Curry Chicken image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, cut in 8 wedges
1 green bell pepper, cut in 8 wedges
1 stalk lemongrass, white bulb only
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh ginger
3 tablespoons Thai Green Curry Paste, recipe follows
2 kaffir lime leaves
3 cups unsweetened coconut milk, two 13.5-ounce cans
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch strips
Sea salt
1 lime, juiced
Fresh Thai basil leaves
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, for garnish
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
8 fresh Thai green chiles
2 shallots, coarsely chopped
4 garlic cloves, smashed
Small handful of fresh cilantro sprigs
2-inch piece galangal, peeled and coarsely chopped
2 lemon grass stalks, white part only, coarsely chopped
2 kaffir lime leaves, torn
2 teaspoons dried shrimp paste
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Place a large, deep skillet over medium heat and coat with the oil. Saute the onion and green peppers for 3 minutes to soften. Split the piece of lemongrass down the middle and whack it with the flat side of a knife to open the flavor. Add the lemongrass, ginger, curry paste and lime leaves to the skillet and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Lay the chicken pieces in the mixture to poach; add a pinch of salt. Stir together and simmer over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. Squeeze in the lime juice and shower with basil and cilantro; serve in dinner bowls with lime wedges.
  • Heat the coriander, cumin seeds, and peppercorns in a small dry skillet for 2 minutes until fragrant. Put the seeds in a clean coffee grinder or spice mill and buzz the spices to a powder.
  • Put the spice blend and remaining ingredients in a food processor, and pulse to combine. Pour in the water to help grind everything down into a paste.

THAI GREEN CURRY CHICKEN



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In this quick and easy recipe that never fails, the chicken stays moist and tender. Serve over jasmine rice for a satisfying meal.

Provided by laus

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons green curry paste
2 green onions with tops, chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups coconut milk
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Toss chicken first in 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce, then in the flour, coating pieces evenly. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Place chicken in the skillet, cook and stir chicken until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium and stir in curry paste. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in green onions, garlic, and ginger; cook an additional 2 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat with the curry mixture. Stir the coconut milk, fish sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and sugar into the chicken-curry mixture. Allow to simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender. Serve garnished with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 57.1 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.3 g, Sodium 934.7 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

THAI BASIL CHICKEN WITH COCONUT CURRY SAUCE



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A classic Thai chicken curry with coconut milk and basil. Serve over jasmine rice and garnish with basil leaves.

Provided by Pietro

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon green curry paste
1 (15 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup snow peas
1 cup chopped shiitake mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
½ cup bamboo shoots
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
½ lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat sesame oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet. Add onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir chicken into the hot skillet and season with salt and pepper. Mix in curry paste. Brown chicken on both sides, about 10 minutes total.
  • Pour in coconut milk, chicken broth, snow peas, mushrooms, red bell pepper, and bamboo shoots. Season with cinnamon and stir well. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; let simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 532.8 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

GREEN-CURRY CHICKEN WITH PEAS AND BASIL



Green-Curry Chicken with Peas and Basil image

Categories     Chicken     Ginger     Herb     Poultry     Vegetable     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Basil     Curry     Pea     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon Thai green curry paste
4 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 cups snow peas, stringed
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
Cooked rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and 1 teaspoon ginger; sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Add chicken; sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer mixture to bowl.
  • Add coconut milk, broth and curry paste to skillet. Stir until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons basil, cilantro and 1 teaspoon ginger. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer until sauce thickens, about 7 minutes. Return chicken mixture to skillet. Add snow peas and green onions; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon rice onto plates. Spoon curry atop rice. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

CHICKEN GREEN CURRY WITH BASIL



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Here's a recipe I found on a container of...the curry paste, I believe. I played with it a bit - this works much better if you add the snow peas just before serving. Snow peas are fragile, and lose their crispness quickly with cooking.

Provided by ChrisMc

Categories     Curries

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 ounces coconut milk
1 -2 tablespoon green curry paste
1/2 cup chicken stock
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/3 cup bamboo shoot
12 ounces chicken, diced
1/2 cup snow peas

Steps:

  • Bring 4 ounces of coconut milk to a boil with the curry paste, sugar, stock and fish sauce.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add the remaining cocnut milk, basil, bamboo, and chicken and simmer another 10 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir in the snow peas.
  • Serve over rice.
  • This recipe also works well with fish or shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858.5, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 45.1, Cholesterol 129.4, Sodium 2356.5, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 17.1, Protein 40

Tips for Making the Best Green Curry Chicken with Peas and Basil:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh herbs, vegetables, and coconut milk. Fresh basil is essential for this dish, as it adds a unique and aromatic flavor.
  • Choose the Right Curry Paste: Not all curry pastes are created equal. Choose a high-quality green curry paste that is made with fresh ingredients and has a balanced flavor profile.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken tends to get tough and dry when overcooked. Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • Adjust the Spice Level: Green curry can be spicy, so adjust the amount of curry paste you use according to your own taste preferences. If you like spicy food, you can also add some additional chili peppers or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with Rice or Noodles: Green curry chicken is traditionally served with rice or noodles. Jasmine rice is a popular choice, but you can also use brown rice or your favorite type of noodles.

Conclusion:

Green curry chicken with peas and basil is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its combination of fresh herbs, vegetables, and coconut milk, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Follow these tips for making the best green curry chicken with peas and basil, and you'll be sure to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal.

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