Best 9 Red Curry Chicken With Faux Saffron Rice Recipes

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**Red Curry Chicken with Faux Saffron Rice: A Culinary Fusion of Bold Flavors and Fragrant Aromas**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our exquisite Red Curry Chicken and Faux Saffron Rice, a vibrant dish that captivates the senses with its bold flavors and alluring aromas. In this recipe, tender chicken pieces are lovingly simmered in a rich and flavorful red curry sauce, infused with a symphony of aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and the subtle heat of fresh red chilies. Perfectly complementing the savory chicken is the fragrant Faux Saffron Rice, a delightful blend of fluffy rice, vibrant saffron strands, and a hint of earthy turmeric. Together, these elements create a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Join us on this culinary expedition and discover the secrets to crafting this mouthwatering masterpiece in your own kitchen.

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THAI RED CURRY WITH CHICKEN



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Recipe VIDEO above. A Thai Red Curry with Chicken is one of the world's most popular curries! Make this with store bought curry paste (we give it a freshness boost) OR homemade red curry paste (the fresh flavour can't be beaten!). SPICE Level: Mild to hot BUT if using store bought paste, depends on what brand you use (Note 5).

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Mains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 - 6 tbsp Thai Red Curry Paste ((store bought, Maesri best) (Note 1))
1 quantity homemade Thai Red Curry Paste
2 large garlic cloves (, minced)
2 tsp fresh ginger (, finely grated )
1 tbsp lemongrass paste (or finely chopped fresh (Note 3))
3 tbsp vegetable oil ((or canola or peanut))
1 cup (250 ml) chicken broth/stock (, low sodium)
400 ml / 14 oz coconut milk ((full fat!))
6 kaffir lime leaves ((Note 4))
1 tbsp sugar ((white, brown or palm))
2 tsp fish sauce (, plus more to taste)
350g / 12 oz chicken thighs ((boneless and skinless), cut into 0.75 / 1/3" thick slices (Note 5))
150g / 5 oz pumpkin or butternut squash, ( cut into 1.5cm / 3/5" cubes (~1 heaped cup))
120g / 4oz green beans (, trimmed and cut into 5cm/2" pieces)
12 Thai basil leaves ((Note 6))
Fresh red chilli slices ((small chilli - spicy, large = less spicy))
Fresh coriander / cilantro leaves
Steamed jasmine rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large heavy based skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add curry paste and Extras (if using jar paste) and cook for about 2 minutes so it "dries out" (See video)
  • Add chicken broth and stir to dissolve paste. Simmer rapidly for 3 minutes or until liquid reduces by half.
  • Add coconut milk, lime leaves, sugar and fish sauce. Stir, then add chicken.
  • Spread chicken out, bring to simmer, then turn heat down to medium. Simmer for about 8- 10 minutes or until Sauce reduces, the chicken is cooked and the sauce is almost at the thickness you want.
  • Do a taste test. Add more fish sauce (or even shrimp paste) to add more saltiness, sugar for sweetness.
  • Add pumpkin and beans, stir. Cook for 3 minutes or until pumpkin is just cooked through and Sauce is thickened - see video for Sauce thickness.
  • Remove from heat. Stir through a handful of Thai basil leaves.
  • Serve over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh red chilli slices and fresh coriander/cilantro leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

THAI RED CURRY CHICKEN



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This fragrant Thai chicken curry is a one-pan dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small bunch scallions, thinly sliced, light and dark green parts divided
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced (see note)
1 (14-oz) can coconut milk (unsweetened)
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2½ tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
1½ pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon lime juice, from 1 lime
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium-low heat in a large nonstick pan. Add the light scallions, garlic, and jalapeño and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Do not brown.
  • Add the coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar and whisk together. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened, a few minutes. Add the chicken and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally to promote even cooking, until the chicken is cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. (Do not let the sauce boil; the idea is to cook the chicken gently so that it's tender.) Stir in the lime juice, dark scallion greens, and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime, if necessary. Serve with jasmine rice.
  • Note: As always, take care when working with jalapeño peppers. If you touch the seeds or ribs, be sure to wash your hands well and avoid touching your eyes.
  • Note: It's important to wait until you're ready to eat to cook the chicken. If you want to get a head start, prepare the sauce up until the point when the chicken is added. Take it off the heat and then poach the chicken right before serving. If the chicken sits in the hot curry sauce for too long before serving, it will overcook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649, Fat 51 g, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Sugar 10 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 886 mg, Cholesterol 128 mg

SPICY RED CURRY CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk
2 to 3 teaspoons Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch strips, or skinless, boneless breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps quartered
1 tablespoon very finely chopped fresh ginger
2 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1/2 cup water
Toasted peanuts and cilantro leaves, for garnish
Steamed rice and lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the coconut milk with the curry paste and fish sauce until combined. Heat a large skillet until very hot. Add 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil and heat until just smoking. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add it to the skillet in a single layer. Cook over high heat, turning once, until the chicken is browned but not cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and pour off the fat in the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the shiitake caps and stir-fry over high heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ginger and garlic, stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the chicken, red curry mixture and the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken and curry sauce to a serving bowl and garnish with peanuts and cilantro. Serve immediately with rice and lime wedges.

FIVE-INGREDIENT RED CURRY CHICKEN



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Five-ingredient red curry chicken with noodles is easy, quick, and inexpensive to make. Sweetened with coconut milk for unbelievable flavor! Top with chopped cilantro, green onions, and red chile peppers if desired.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 29m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 (16 ounce) package skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into small cubes
1 (14 ounce) can cream of coconut (such as Trader Joe's® Extra Thick and Rich)
1 (11 ounce) bottle red Thai curry sauce (such as Trader Joe's®)
½ (16 ounce) package dried rice stick vermicelli noodles

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet on high heat. Add chicken cubes; cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Reduce heat to medium-high and add coconut cream and curry sauce. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in vermicelli pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Reduce skillet heat to simmer. Add the noodles and let simmer until flavors are absorbed, about 5 minutes. Divide chicken and noodles among individual serving bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 238.3 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN WITH SAFFRON RICE



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This is an easy and delicious recipe. The saffron rice really makes it special. It is also a very healthy meal.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 onion, chopped
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 dash lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican tomatoes or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (5 ounce) package saffron rice mix or 1 (5 ounce) package yellow rice (Mahatma brand)
1/2 cup water
1 cup Mexican blend cheese or 1 cup cheddar cheese
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • Put chicken and onion into the casserole.
  • Sprinkle with worcestershire, lime and garlic.
  • Bake in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes or until chicken is done.
  • Cut up the stewed tomatoes; add to casserole with rest of ingredients except cheese.
  • Mix, then cover tightly.
  • Continue to bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until rice is done.
  • Sprinkle with cheese, cover and let sit on top of stove until cheese melts.
  • Top with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.8, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 72.4, Sodium 445.2, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 26.8

ONE-PAN CHICKEN RICE CURRY



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I've been loving the subtle spice from curry lately, so I incorporated it into this saucy chicken and rice dish. It's a one-pan meal that's become a go-to dinnertime favorite. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked instant rice
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender and lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan., In a bowl, mix flour and seasonings; toss with chicken. In same skillet, heat remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook just until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally., Stir in broth and onion; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes (mixture will be saucy). If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THAI RED CHICKEN CURRY



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This is a quick and easy curry stir-fry made with chicken, zucchini, red bell pepper and carrot. Coconut milk and curry paste make an irresistible sauce. No need to go out to eat, as this dish is ready in about 20 minutes!

Provided by THEKNACKEREDCHEF

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
1 cup sliced halved zucchini
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
½ cup sliced carrots
1 onion, quartered then halved
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces; cook and stir for about 3 minutes. Mix in the curry paste, zucchini, bell pepper, carrot and onion. Cook and stir for a few minutes.
  • Dissolve the cornstarch in the coconut milk, then pour into the skillet. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 1 minutes. Right before serving, stir in the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 147.2 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

RED CURRY CHICKEN



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Warm up on a chilly fall evening with this Thai-inspired curry. The classic mix of sweet coconut milk and savory red curry paste are sure to liven up a weeknight meal. Instead of a traditional wok, I am using a casserole dish and letting the chicken braise in the oven.

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Two 13.5-ounce cans coconut milk (not light)
3 tablespoons red Thai curry paste
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1/2 medium onion, sliced
2 lemongrass stalks, trimmed and banged with the back of a knife, then roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed
One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into rounds
1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into 6 pieces
Kosher salt
1/2 cup roughly chopped cilantro
1/2 cup roughly chopped basil (preferably Thai basil)
Lime wedges, for serving
Cooked rice or crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Whisk the coconut milk, curry paste, and fish sauce together in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish; add the onion, lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Lightly season the chicken and add it to the baking dish, turning to coat in the sauce, then arranging it skin-side-up.
  • Bake the chicken, basting occasionally with the sauce, until lightly browned on top and cooked through (an instant read thermometer inserted into the center of a breast registers 160 degrees F), 50 to 55 minutes. Sprinkle with the cilantro and basil and serve with lime wedges on the side. Serve with cooked rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

SAFFRON RICE WITH CHICKEN & PEPPERS



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Infuse this super-healthy rice dish with the distinctive flavour of saffron - the dish is high in vitamin C, too

Provided by Roopa Gulati

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

saffron , generous pinch
6 tbsp warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts (about 600g/1lb 5oz total weight), each cut into chunks
2 sprigs thyme
2 medium onions , sliced
3 large garlic cloves , finely chopped
juice of 1 lime
1 red pepper , seeded and cut into strips
100ml dry white wine
125ml light chicken stock
250g basmati rice
100g frozen peas (or fresh, cooked)

Steps:

  • Put the saffron in a small bowl and pour over the warm water. Bruise the strands with the back of a teaspoon to fix the colour, and set aside while you prepare the rest.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, weighty casserole, and when hot tip in the chicken. Stir fry for a minute or two over a high heat to seal in the juices, then set aside.
  • Strip the leaves from the thyme sprigs and scatter into the pan along with the onions and garlic. Fry until golden then pour in the lime juice. Turn the heat down a tad, add the pepper and continue cooking for another 5 minutes before adding the wine, stock and seasoning. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 6 minutes until the meat is tender and the liquid has cooked down a little.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice in a pan of fast boiling water until tender, but with a slight bite. Drain in a colander and rinse with warm water. Heap over the chicken while still on the heat. Drizzle with the saffron and its soaking liquid, and scatter over the peas. Don't stir the chicken and rice at this stage, but cover and cook over a low-moderate heat until the rice is fluffy and the liquid reduced to a few tablespoons - about 3 minutes. Before serving, gently mix the saffron-streaked rice with the chicken and pepper mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 61 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • To make the perfect faux saffron rice, use a good quality basmati rice. Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch. Use a 1:1 ratio of rice to water and cook the rice according to the package instructions.
  • For the red curry chicken, use a good quality red curry paste. You can find red curry paste at most Asian grocery stores. If you can't find red curry paste, you can make your own by blending together red chilies, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and shrimp paste.
  • To make the red curry chicken, start by browning the chicken in a large pot or wok. Once the chicken is browned, add the red curry paste and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly. Add the coconut milk and bamboo shoots and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • To make the cucumber salad, simply combine the cucumber, onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Conclusion:

    This red curry chicken with faux saffron rice and cucumber salad is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The red curry chicken is flavorful and creamy, and the faux saffron rice is a great way to add a bit of color and flavor to the dish. The cucumber salad is a refreshing and light side dish that helps to balance out the richness of the red curry chicken. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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